Memory Structure Power Control for DDR5 Thermal Management

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Solution Overview

Problem

The increasing frequency and capacity of DDR5 memory modules lead to higher temperatures and increased power consumption, which degrade memory performance and require a solution to reduce power consumption and device heat.

Innovation Solution

A memory structure with a power control component on a first circuit board that redistributes system power supply voltage to memory units, a light-emitting unit, and a control unit, utilizing a power management unit and linear voltage stabilizing unit to provide optimized voltage levels, reducing power consumption and heat.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If the frequency and capacity of memory modules are increased to meet higher performance demands, then the data processing capability is improved, but the temperature and power consumption increase leading to performance degradation

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata processing capabilityVSAvoiddevice temperature
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSTemperature

Solution Approach 1:

The power supply system is segmented into multiple independent power control components, each responsible for specific memory units or functional blocks. This segmentation allows for localized power management and targeted cooling strategies, reducing overall system temperature while maintaining high performance capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent dynamically adjusts power supply parameters (voltage, current) based on operational demands and temperature conditions. By changing electrical parameters in response to thermal conditions, the system maintains optimal performance while preventing excessive heat generation that would degrade memory performance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Productivity

If the frequency and capacity of memory modules are increased to meet higher performance demands, then the data processing capability is improved, but the power consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata processing capabilityVSAvoidpower consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The power control components dynamically adjust power delivery based on real-time operational requirements. Instead of providing constant maximum power, the system adapts power levels to match actual data processing demands, reducing overall power consumption while maintaining high productivity when needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

Electrical parameters including voltage and current are dynamically changed based on operational mode and performance requirements. This allows the system to achieve high data processing capability only when necessary, while operating at lower power consumption during normal conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Device complexity

If a single power supply system is used for all memory components, then the device complexity is reduced, but the power consumption and heat generation increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply structureVSAvoidpower consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The power supply system is divided into multiple independent power control components, each managing specific subsets of memory units or functional blocks. This segmentation enables finer-grained power management, allowing individual components to be powered down or reduced when not in use, thereby reducing overall power consumption despite increased structural complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

4Speed

If higher voltage is provided to all memory components, then the operating speed is improved, but the power consumption and heat generation increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperating speedVSAvoidpower consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

Different voltage levels are provided to different memory components or functional blocks based on their specific performance requirements. Critical high-speed components receive higher voltage for optimal operating speed, while less demanding components operate at lower voltages to reduce overall power consumption and heat generation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

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

This configuration effectively reduces power consumption and heat generation in memory devices, addressing the performance degradation and increased power usage associated with higher frequencies and larger capacities.

Implementation Method 1

a linear voltage stabilizing unit. The power management unit is connected electrically to the plurality of memory units. The display component is disposed on the first circuit board and includes a light-emitting unit and a control unit. The light-emitting unit and the control unit are connected electrically to the linear voltage stabilizing unit. The power management unit outputs a second voltage to the plurality of memory units. The linear voltage stabilizing unit outputs a third voltage to the light-emitting unit and the control unit.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLinear voltage stabilization:

Data Source

PatentUS12111715B2Memory structure
Publication Date: 2024.10.08 TEAM GRP
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  • US12111715B2 patent drawing
  • US12111715B2 patent drawing

AI summary

The present invention provides a memory structure, which is disposed on a first circuit board and connected electrically to a system power supply of a second circuit board. The memory structure comprises a plurality of memory unit, a power control component, and a display component. The power control component receives a first voltage of the system power supply. The power control component includes a power management unit and a linear voltage stabilizing unit. The display component includes a light-emitting unit and a control unit. The power control component provides a second voltage to the plurality of memory units using the power management unit. The linear voltage stabilizing unit provides a third voltage to the light-emitting unit and the control unit. The power management unit distributes the power supply to the plurality of memory units, the light-emitting unit, and the control unit for further usage.