High-Temperature Semiconductor Memory Module Testing With Dual-Fan Control

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Problem

Existing high temperature test devices are inadequate for testing high-capacity semiconductor memory modules with high self-heating, as they fail to maintain precise temperature control and are not suitable for modules with varying heat generation capacities.

Innovation Solution

A high temperature test device with an airtight housing, a heater, and dual fans (intake and exhaust) controlled by a temperature controller to adjust module temperature within specified ranges, allowing real-time monitoring and fine temperature adjustments using a correlation table.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Temperature

If a sealed heating chamber is used to heat the memory module to a specified temperature, then the temperature control is simple for low-capacity modules, but the temperature cannot be finely adjusted for high-capacity modules with high self-heating

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemodule temperature control precisionVSAvoidtemperature control system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
TemperatureVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by making the temperature control system adjustable and adaptive. The controller dynamically adjusts the heater power output based on real-time temperature feedback from the memory module, allowing the system to adapt to different self-heating characteristics of various memory module capacities. This transforms a static heating chamber into a dynamic control system that can maintain precise temperature control for both low-capacity and high-capacity modules.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback control by continuously monitoring the memory module temperature through a temperature sensor and using this information to adjust the heater power. The controller receives temperature data from the module and automatically modifies heating intensity to maintain the target temperature, enabling fine temperature adjustment for high-capacity modules while keeping the system relatively simple through automated closed-loop control.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Temperature

If the heater continuously heats the memory module, then the target temperature can be maintained, but the module temperature may exceed the specified range due to high self-heating in high-capacity modules

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetarget temperature maintenanceVSAvoidtemperature range control accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
TemperatureVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses feedback control to prevent temperature overshoot. The temperature sensor continuously monitors the memory module temperature and feeds this information to the controller, which adjusts the heater power in real-time. When the module temperature approaches or exceeds the target range (especially for high-capacity modules with high self-heating), the controller automatically reduces or stops heating, ensuring reliable temperature range control.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies partial action by providing heating only when and where needed. Rather than continuous full-power heating, the system delivers partial heating cycles adjusted according to the module's actual temperature needs and self-heating characteristics. This prevents excessive temperature rise while maintaining the target temperature range.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

3Temperature

If the test device is designed for high-capacity modules with high self-heating, then temperature control precision is improved, but the device cannot effectively test low-capacity modules with low self-heating

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetemperature control precision for high-capacity modulesVSAvoidcompatibility with different module capacities
Core Design Contradiction:
TemperatureVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent achieves universality by designing a temperature control system that can effectively test both low-capacity and high-capacity memory modules. The controller adapts its heating strategy based on the module type: for low-capacity modules with low self-heating, it applies stronger and more continuous heating, while for high-capacity modules with high self-heating, it uses reduced and more precisely controlled heating. This multi-functional capability allows a single device to serve diverse testing needs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies dynamics by making the heating control adaptive to different module capacities. The system dynamically adjusts heating intensity and control frequency based on the specific thermal characteristics of the memory module being tested, enabling effective testing across the full range from low-capacity to high-capacity modules with varying self-heating properties.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The device effectively maintains module temperature within a specified range, enabling testing of both low- and high-capacity memory modules by precisely controlling heat input and output, enhancing reliability and versatility.

Implementation Method 1

a heater disposed above the main board inside the airtight housing

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectHeating: Heating

Implementation Method 2

a first fan disposed on an upper portion of the airtight housing above the heater and configured to send heat from the heater to the memory module

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectForced Convection: Forced Convection

Implementation Method 3

a second fan disposed on the upper portion of the airtight housing and configured to send air inside the airtight housing to the outside of the airtight housing

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectForced Convection: Forced Convection

Data Source

PatentUS12422473B2High temperature test device of semiconductor memory module and method for controlling module temperature thereof
Publication Date: 2025.09.23 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

Disclosed is a high temperature test device of a memory module. The high temperature test device includes: an airtight housing configured to seal the memory module mounted on a main board; a heater disposed above the main board inside the airtight housing; a first fan disposed on an upper portion of the airtight housing above the heater and configured to send heat from the heater to the memory module; a second fan disposed on the upper portion of the airtight housing and configured to send air inside the airtight housing to the outside of the airtight housing; and a temperature controller configured to adjust an output ratio of the first fan to the second fan during the mounting test of the memory module to manage a module temperature of the memory module to be maintained within a specified range.