[Purposes]With the explosive growth of data,the von Neumann architecture has become a key bottleneck preventing further improvements in computing performance.The new Computing in Memory architecture is expected to break this bottleneck and greatly improve computing power and energy effi-ciency.The patent analysis of Computing in Memory technology can provide valuable patent information for domestic enterprises in the field of research and market competition.[Methods]The patent applica-tions of the Computing in Memory technology were analyzed statistically,and the patent applications of the Computing in Memory technology were analyzed from multiple dimensions.[Findings]The number of patent applications based on Computing in Memory technology increased steadily.China was an impor-tant original technology country,with universities and research institutes as the main applicants,and en-terprises were also actively carrying out patent layout.[Conclusion]Chinese applicants have certain sci-entific research strength in this field,but there is still a certain gap from the international leading tech-nology companies.In the future,it is necessary to continue to invest in research and development in this field to enhance comprehensive competitiveness.
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