Programmable write-once, read-only semiconductor memory array using SCR current sink and current source devices

摘要

This disclosure relates to a programmable write-once, read-only semiconductor memory array which has an improved current source for each bit line and an improved current sink for each Word line. This programmable write-once, read-only semiconductor memory array utilizes a SCR (PNPN or NPNP) or the end of each Word line of the array to function as a current sink to minimize voltage drop on the Word line and a SCR (PNPN or NPNP) on each Bit line of the array for current sourcing purposes. This disclosure also relates to an integrated SCR (PNPN or NPNP) for use with a plurality of connected semiconductor devices to provide either a current sourcing or current sinking or drawing function for the plurality of connected semiconductor devices.