Abstract:
In this paper, we propose a variation-tolerant design methodology to embed self-write termination control in spin-transfer torque (STT) magnetic tunnel junction (MTJ)-bas...View moreMetadata
Abstract:
In this paper, we propose a variation-tolerant design methodology to embed self-write termination control in spin-transfer torque (STT) magnetic tunnel junction (MTJ)-based non-volatile flip-flops (NVFFs). Because unnecessary MTJ writing operations are completely avoided, the average backup time and energy are more than halved with respect to conventional NVFFs (i.e. without an embedded self-write termination mechanism) for a write failure rate of 10
-12
. Such benefits are obtained while maintaining low design complexity and without significantly affecting the active mode of operation.
Date of Conference: 27-29 November 2019
Date Added to IEEE Xplore: 23 January 2020
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