A memory device in a 3-D read and write memory includes memory cells. Each memory cell includes a resistance-switching memory element (RSME). The RSME has first and second resistance-switching layers on either side of a conductive intermediate layer, and first and second electrodes at either end of the RSME. The layers can be provided in a lateral arrangement, such as an end-to-end, face-to-face, L-shaped or U-shaped arrangement. In a set or reset operation of the memory cell, an electric field is applied across the first and second electrodes. An ionic current flows in the resistance-switching layers, contributing to a switching mechanism. An electron flow, which does not contribute to the switching mechanism, is reduced due to scattering by the conductive intermediate layer, to avoid damage to the steering element.     «

A memory device in a 3-D read and write memory includes memory cells. Each memory cell includes a resistance-switching memory element (RSME). The RSME has first and second resistance-switching layers on either side of a conductive intermediate layer, and first and second electrodes at either end of the RSME. The layers can be provided in a lateral arrangement, such as an end-to-end, face-to-face, L-shaped or U-shaped arrangement. In a set or reset operation of the memory cell, an electric field...     »