Phase-change memory simulations using an analytical phase space model

In this paper, an analytical phase transition model is coupled self-consistently with the electro-thermal transport model. The phase space model and the transition dynamic is described. The resulting phase-electro-thermal simulation model is applied to an illustrative example structure. The self-con...

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Main Authors: Schmithusen, B., Tikhomirov, P., Lyumkis, E.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Analytical models
Conductivity
Materials
Mathematical model
Numerical models
Solid modeling
Temperature
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Summary:In this paper, an analytical phase transition model is coupled self-consistently with the electro-thermal transport model. The phase space model and the transition dynamic is described. The resulting phase-electro-thermal simulation model is applied to an illustrative example structure. The self-consistency of the approach and its resulting simulation speed and robustness provide a useful TCAD tool for design studies of phase change memory devices.
ISSN:1946-1569
1946-1577
DOI:10.1109/SISPAD.2008.4648236