SSD Thermal Throttling Sampling Frequency Adjustment

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Solution Overview

Problem

The sampling frequency of the thermal throttling module in solid-state drives is difficult to effectively adjust, leading to inadequate temperature monitoring and potential hardware failures during high IO request scenarios.

Innovation Solution

A method for dynamically adjusting the sampling frequency of the thermal throttling module based on an impact element for thermal sampling, which includes the temperature of the target device and various impact factors, to optimize temperature monitoring and thermal management.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If the sampling frequency of the thermal throttling module is increased to improve temperature monitoring accuracy, then the reliability of the system is improved, but the energy consumption and system complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetemperature monitoring reliabilityVSAvoidthermal management system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic adjustment of sampling frequency based on real-time temperature conditions and workload levels. The thermal throttling module automatically increases sampling frequency when temperature thresholds are approached or during high IO request periods, and reduces it during normal operating conditions. This dynamic adaptation resolves the contradiction by providing high monitoring reliability only when actually needed, rather than maintaining high frequency continuously.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes the sampling frequency parameter adaptively based on multiple factors including temperature readings, IO request rates, and thermal throttling state. By adjusting this key parameter dynamically, the system achieves reliable temperature monitoring during critical periods while reducing overall system complexity and resource consumption during stable periods.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Speed

If the sampling frequency is increased to respond to temperature changes more quickly, then the response speed is improved, but the energy consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetemperature response speedVSAvoidthermal monitoring energy consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs periodic sampling with variable intervals rather than continuous high-frequency sampling. The sampling frequency is periodically adjusted based on thermal conditions - increasing the sampling rate when temperature changes are detected or during high workload periods, and extending intervals between samples during stable low-risk conditions. This periodic adaptive approach achieves fast response when needed while minimizing energy consumption during normal operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically adapts the sampling frequency to match actual thermal conditions and workload demands. During high IO request scenarios or when temperature approaches thresholds, the sampling frequency automatically increases to provide faster response. During normal operating conditions, the frequency reduces to conserve energy. This dynamic behavior resolves the contradiction between response speed and energy consumption.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Reliability

If thermal throttling is applied to maintain component temperature, then the reliability is improved, but the productivity of the solid-state drive decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem stabilityVSAvoiddata processing throughput
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements thermal throttling as a preliminary protective measure when temperature approaches predefined thresholds or when impact factors indicate high thermal risk. By proactively reducing workload before critical temperature is reached, the system prevents thermal damage and maintains reliability. The throttling intensity is adjusted based on the calculated impact factor, applying the minimum necessary reduction to maintain safety while preserving maximum possible productivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #9Preliminary anti-action

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically changes the throttling parameter (workload reduction level) based on the calculated impact factor, which综合考虑s temperature, IO request rate, and other thermal conditions. When the impact factor indicates high thermal risk, the system applies stronger throttling to maintain reliability. When conditions are favorable, the throttling is reduced or removed entirely, allowing the system to operate at full productivity. This adaptive parameter adjustment resolves the contradiction between reliability and productivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS20250123651A1Method, a memory system and an electronic device
Publication Date: 2025.04.17 YANGTZE MEMORY TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides a method, a memory system and an electronic device for adjusting sampling frequency, and relates to the field of semiconductor chip technology. The method includes: obtaining an impact element for thermal sampling of a target device; adjusting the sampling frequency of the thermal throttling module corresponding to the target device in accordance with the impact element for thermal sampling. The present disclosure intends to improve the problem of being unable to effectively adjust the sampling frequency of the thermal throttling module corresponding to critical system components in the solid-state drive.