Memory cell layout for reduced interaction between storage nodes and transistors

摘要

A memory cell, in accordance with the invention, includes a trench formed in a substrate, and an active area formed in the substrate below a gate and extending to the trench. The active area includes diffusion regions for forming a transistor for accessing a storage node in the trench, the transistor being activated by the gate. The gate defines a first axis wherein a portion of the active area extends transversely therefrom, the portion of the active area extending to the trench. The trench has a side closest to the portion of the active area, the side of the trench being angularly disposed relative to the gate such that a distance between the gate and the side of the trench is greater than a minimum feature size.