MRAM bit line word line architecture

摘要

A memory device comprising a plurality of bit lines and a plurality of word lines forming a cross-point array. A memory cell is located at each of the cross-points in the array. A bit decoder and word decoder are coupled to the bit lines and word lines, respectively. A first series of switch circuits are coupled to and located along the adjacent bit lines resulting in the array being divided into segments along the adjacent bit lines such that a shortened programming current path is provided which results in decreased resistance across the device.