Dean A. Klein

Memory in the era of innovative architectures

There is much buzz in the industry today about the “Post Moores Law” state we are entering. Yet the opportunities for architectural innovation seem more prevalent than ever: 3D integration, advanced packaging solutions, specialized devices with specialized processes, new architectures and resiliency are just some areas of opportunity as we run out of an ability to scale in two dimensions.

The History of Semiconductor Memory: From Magnetic Tape to NAND Flash Memory

Often taken for granted, solid-state semiconductor memory is the enabler of the contemporary digital world. Todays memory chips pack billions of transistors onto single slivers of silicon and push the boundaries of both packaging and density. In this article, we will look back on the history of memory, leading up to todays DRAM and NAND flash memory and ending with a glimpse into the future of memories to come.