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Xu K, Wang T, Lu C, Song Y, Liu Y, Yu J, Liu Y, Li Z, Meng J, Zhu H, Sun QQ, Zhang DW, Chen L. Novel Two-Terminal Synapse/Neuron Based on an Antiferroelectric Hafnium Zirconium Oxide Device for Neuromorphic Computing. NANO LETTERS 2024. [PMID: 39148056 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.4c02142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
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Functionally diverse devices with artificial neuron and synapse properties are critical for neuromorphic systems. We present a two-terminal artificial leaky-integrate-fire (LIF) neuron based on 6 nm Hf0.1Zr0.9O2 (HZO) antiferroelectric (AFE) thin films and develop a synaptic device through work function (WF) engineering. LIF neuron characteristics, including integration, firing, and leakage, are achieved in W/HZO/W devices due to the accumulated polarization and spontaneous depolarization of AFE HZO films. By engineering the top electrode with asymmetric WFs, we found that Au/Ti/HZO/W devices exhibit synaptic weight plasticity, such as paired-pulse facilitation and long-term potentiation/depression, achieving >90% accuracy in digit recognition within constructed artificial neural network systems. These findings suggest that AFE HZO capacitor-based neurons and WF-engineered artificial synapses hold promise for constructing efficient spiking neuron networks and artificial neural networks, thereby advancing neuromorphic computing applications based on emerging AFE HZO devices.
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- Kangli Xu
- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Shandong University, Jinan 250100, China
- Suzhou Research Institute of Shandong University, Suzhou 215123, China
- State Key Laboratory of Materials for Integrated Circuits, Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 865 Changning Road, Shanghai 200050, China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
- National Integrated Circuit Innovation Center, Shanghai 201203, China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
- National Integrated Circuit Innovation Center, Shanghai 201203, China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
- National Integrated Circuit Innovation Center, Shanghai 201203, China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
- National Integrated Circuit Innovation Center, Shanghai 201203, China
- Jiashan Fudan Institute, Jiaxing 314110, China
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- School of Microelectronics, State Key Laboratory of Integrated Chips and Systems, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, P. R. China
- National Integrated Circuit Innovation Center, Shanghai 201203, China
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Pan Z, Zhang J, Liu X, Zhao L, Ma J, Luo C, Sun Y, Dan Z, Gao W, Lu X, Li J, Huo N. Thermally Oxidized Memristor and 1T1R Integration for Selector Function and Low-Power Memory. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024:e2401915. [PMID: 38958519 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202401915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Revised: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
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Resistive switching memories have garnered significant attention due to their high-density integration and rapid in-memory computing beyond von Neumann's architecture. However, significant challenges are posed in practical applications with respect to their manufacturing process complexity, a leakage current of high resistance state (HRS), and the sneak-path current problem that limits their scalability. Here, a mild-temperature thermal oxidation technique for the fabrication of low-power and ultra-steep memristor based on Ag/TiOx/SnOx/SnSe2/Au architecture is developed. Benefiting from a self-assembled oxidation layer and the formation/rupture of oxygen vacancy conductive filaments, the device exhibits an exceptional threshold switching behavior with high switch ratio exceeding 106, low threshold voltage of ≈1 V, long-term retention of >104 s, an ultra-small subthreshold swing of 2.5 mV decade-1 and high air-stability surpassing 4 months. By decreasing temperature, the device undergoes a transition from unipolar volatile to bipolar nonvolatile characteristics, elucidating the role of oxygen vacancies migration on the resistive switching process. Further, the 1T1R structure is established between a memristor and a 2H-MoTe2 transistor by the van der Waals (vdW) stacking approach, achieving the functionality of selector and multi-value memory with lower power consumption. This work provides a mild-thermal oxidation technology for the low-cost production of high-performance memristors toward future in-memory computing applications.
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- Zhidong Pan
- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of South China Academy of Advanced Optoelectronics, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
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- School of South China Academy of Advanced Optoelectronics, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- College of Optical Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, P. R. China
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- School of Semiconductor Science and Technology, South China Normal University, Foshan, 528225, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Chip and Integration Technology, Guangzhou, 510631, P. R. China
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Kim D, Jeong H, Pyo G, Heo SJ, Baik S, Kim S, Choi HS, Kwon H, Jang JE. Low-Temperature Nanosecond Laser Process of HZO-IGZO FeFETs toward Monolithic 3D System on Chip Integration. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2401250. [PMID: 38741378 PMCID: PMC11267387 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202401250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2024] [Revised: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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Ferroelectric field-effect transistors (FeFETs) are increasingly important for in-memory computing and monolithic 3D (M3D) integration in system-on-chip (SoC) applications. However, the high-temperature processing required by most ferroelectric memories can lead to thermal damage to the underlying device layers, which poses significant physical limitations for 3D integration processes. To solve this problem, the study proposes using a nanosecond pulsed laser for selective annealing of hafnia-based FeFETs, enabling precise control of heat penetration depth within thin films. Sufficient thermal energy is delivered to the IGZO oxide channel and HZO ferroelectric gate oxide without causing thermal damage to the bottom layer, which has a low transition temperature (<250 °C). Using optimized laser conditions, a fast response time (<1 µs) and excellent stability (cycle > 106, retention > 106 s) are achieved in the ferroelectric HZO film. The resulting FeFET exhibited a wide memory window (>1.7 V) with a high on/off ratio (>105). In addition, moderate ferroelectric properties (2·Pr of 14.7 µC cm-2) and pattern recognition rate-based linearity (potentiation: 1.13, depression: 1.6) are obtained. These results demonstrate compatibility in HZO FeFETs by specific laser annealing control and thin-film layer design for various structures (3D integrated, flexible) with neuromorphic applications.
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- Dongsu Kim
- Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer ScienceDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer ScienceDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer ScienceDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer ScienceDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
- Department of EngineeringInstitute for ManufacturingUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeCB3 0FSUnited Kingdom
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer ScienceDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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- Department of Robotics and Mechatronics EngineeringDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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- Department of Robotics and Mechatronics EngineeringDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer ScienceDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer ScienceDaegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology (DGIST)Daegu42988South Korea
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Panisilvam J, Lee HY, Byun S, Fan D, Kim S. Two-dimensional material-based memristive devices for alternative computing. NANO CONVERGENCE 2024; 11:25. [PMID: 38937391 PMCID: PMC11211314 DOI: 10.1186/s40580-024-00432-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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Two-dimensional (2D) materials have emerged as promising building blocks for next generation memristive devices, owing to their unique electronic, mechanical, and thermal properties, resulting in effective switching mechanisms for charge transport. Memristors are key components in a wide range of applications including neuromorphic computing, which is becoming increasingly important in artificial intelligence applications. Crossbar arrays are an important component in the development of hardware-based neural networks composed of 2D materials. In this paper, we summarize the current state of research on 2D material-based memristive devices utilizing different switching mechanisms, along with the application of these devices in neuromorphic crossbar arrays. Additionally, we discuss the challenges and future directions for the field.
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- Jey Panisilvam
- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, 3000, Australia
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, 3000, Australia
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, 3000, Australia
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, 3000, Australia
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, 3000, Australia.
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Pathak R, Dutta P, Dolui K, Vasdev A, Ghosh A, Roy RS, Gautam UK, Maji TK, Sheet G, Biswas K. Mild chemistry synthesis of ultrathin Bi 2O 2S nanosheets exhibiting 2D-ferroelectricity at room temperature. Chem Sci 2024; 15:7170-7177. [PMID: 38756816 PMCID: PMC11095514 DOI: 10.1039/d4sc00067f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 04/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
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Modern technology demands miniaturization of electronic components to build small, light, and portable devices. Hence, discovery and synthesis of new non-toxic, low cost, ultra-thin ferroelectric materials having potential applications in various electronic and optoelectronic devices are of paramount importance. However, achieving room-temperature ferroelectricity in two dimensional (2D) ultra-thin systems remains a major challenge as conventional three-dimensional ferroelectric materials lose their ferroelectricity when the thickness is brought down below a critical value owing to the depolarization field. Herein, we report room-temperature ferroelectricity in ultra-thin single-crystalline 2D nanosheets of Bi2O2S synthesized by a simple, rapid, and scalable solution-based soft chemistry method. The ferroelectric ground state of Bi2O2S nanosheets is confirmed by temperature-dependent dielectric measurements as well as piezoelectric force microscopy and spectroscopy. High resolution transmission electron microscopy analysis and density functional theory-based calculations suggest that the ferroelectricity in Bi2O2S nanosheets arises due to the local distortion of Bi2O2 layers, which destroys the local inversion symmetry of Bi2O2S.
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- Riddhimoy Pathak
- New Chemistry Unit, International Centre for Materials Science, School of Advanced Materials, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Jakkur P.O. Bangalore 560064 India
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- New Chemistry Unit, International Centre for Materials Science, School of Advanced Materials, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Jakkur P.O. Bangalore 560064 India
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- Department of Materials Science & Metallurgy, University of Cambridge 27 Charles Babbage Road Cambridge CB3 0FS UK
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- Department of Physical Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Mohali Sector 81, S. A. S. Nagar, Manauli, P.O. Box 140306 India
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- New Chemistry Unit, International Centre for Materials Science, School of Advanced Materials, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Jakkur P.O. Bangalore 560064 India
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Mohali Sector 81, S. A. S. Nagar, Manauli, P.O. Box 140306 India
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Mohali Sector 81, S. A. S. Nagar, Manauli, P.O. Box 140306 India
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- New Chemistry Unit, International Centre for Materials Science, School of Advanced Materials, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Jakkur P.O. Bangalore 560064 India
- Chemistry and Physics of Materials Unit, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Jakkur P.O. Bangalore 560064 India
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- Department of Physical Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Mohali Sector 81, S. A. S. Nagar, Manauli, P.O. Box 140306 India
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- New Chemistry Unit, International Centre for Materials Science, School of Advanced Materials, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Jakkur P.O. Bangalore 560064 India
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Li Y, Xiong Y, Zhai B, Yin L, Yu Y, Wang H, He J. Ag-doped non-imperfection-enabled uniform memristive neuromorphic device based on van der Waals indium phosphorus sulfide. SCIENCE ADVANCES 2024; 10:eadk9474. [PMID: 38478614 PMCID: PMC10936950 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adk9474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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Memristors are considered promising energy-efficient artificial intelligence hardware, which can eliminate the von Neumann bottleneck by parallel in-memory computing. The common imperfection-enabled memristors are plagued with critical variability issues impeding their commercialization. Reported approaches to reduce the variability usually sacrifice other performances, e.g., small on/off ratios and high operation currents. Here, we demonstrate an unconventional Ag-doped nonimperfection diffusion channel-enabled memristor in van der Waals indium phosphorus sulfide, which can combine ultralow variabilities with desirable metrics. We achieve operation voltage, resistance, and on/off ratio variations down to 3.8, 2.3, and 6.9% at their extreme values of 0.2 V, 1011 ohms, and 108, respectively. Meanwhile, the operation current can be pushed from 1 nA to 1 pA at the scalability limit of 6 nm after Ag doping. Fourteen Boolean logic functions and convolutional image processing are successfully implemented by the memristors, manifesting the potential for logic-in-memory devices and efficient non-von Neumann accelerators.
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- Yesheng Li
- Key Laboratory of Artificial Micro- and Nano-structures of Ministry of Education, and School of Physical and Technology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
- Suzhou Institute of Wuhan University, Suzhou 215123, China
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- School of Science, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China
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- Institute of Semiconductors, Henan Academy of Sciences, Zhengzhou 450046, China
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Micro- and Nano-structures of Ministry of Education, and School of Physical and Technology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Micro- and Nano-structures of Ministry of Education, and School of Physical and Technology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Micro- and Nano-structures of Ministry of Education, and School of Physical and Technology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Micro- and Nano-structures of Ministry of Education, and School of Physical and Technology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
- Institute of Semiconductors, Henan Academy of Sciences, Zhengzhou 450046, China
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Liu X, Sun C, Ye X, Zhu X, Hu C, Tan H, He S, Shao M, Li RW. Neuromorphic Nanoionics for Human-Machine Interaction: From Materials to Applications. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2311472. [PMID: 38421081 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202311472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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Human-machine interaction (HMI) technology has undergone significant advancements in recent years, enabling seamless communication between humans and machines. Its expansion has extended into various emerging domains, including human healthcare, machine perception, and biointerfaces, thereby magnifying the demand for advanced intelligent technologies. Neuromorphic computing, a paradigm rooted in nanoionic devices that emulate the operations and architecture of the human brain, has emerged as a powerful tool for highly efficient information processing. This paper delivers a comprehensive review of recent developments in nanoionic device-based neuromorphic computing technologies and their pivotal role in shaping the next-generation of HMI. Through a detailed examination of fundamental mechanisms and behaviors, the paper explores the ability of nanoionic memristors and ion-gated transistors to emulate the intricate functions of neurons and synapses. Crucial performance metrics, such as reliability, energy efficiency, flexibility, and biocompatibility, are rigorously evaluated. Potential applications, challenges, and opportunities of using the neuromorphic computing technologies in emerging HMI technologies, are discussed and outlooked, shedding light on the fusion of humans with machines.
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- Xuerong Liu
- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- College of Materials Sciences and Opto-Electronic Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
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- Department of Applied Physics, Aalto University, Aalto, FI-00076, Finland
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, and Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
- Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Application Technology, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo, 315201, China
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Zhou H, Li S, Ang KW, Zhang YW. Recent Advances in In-Memory Computing: Exploring Memristor and Memtransistor Arrays with 2D Materials. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2024; 16:121. [PMID: 38372805 PMCID: PMC10876512 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-024-01335-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
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The conventional computing architecture faces substantial challenges, including high latency and energy consumption between memory and processing units. In response, in-memory computing has emerged as a promising alternative architecture, enabling computing operations within memory arrays to overcome these limitations. Memristive devices have gained significant attention as key components for in-memory computing due to their high-density arrays, rapid response times, and ability to emulate biological synapses. Among these devices, two-dimensional (2D) material-based memristor and memtransistor arrays have emerged as particularly promising candidates for next-generation in-memory computing, thanks to their exceptional performance driven by the unique properties of 2D materials, such as layered structures, mechanical flexibility, and the capability to form heterojunctions. This review delves into the state-of-the-art research on 2D material-based memristive arrays, encompassing critical aspects such as material selection, device performance metrics, array structures, and potential applications. Furthermore, it provides a comprehensive overview of the current challenges and limitations associated with these arrays, along with potential solutions. The primary objective of this review is to serve as a significant milestone in realizing next-generation in-memory computing utilizing 2D materials and bridge the gap from single-device characterization to array-level and system-level implementations of neuromorphic computing, leveraging the potential of 2D material-based memristive devices.
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- Hangbo Zhou
- Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 1 Fusionopolis Way, #16-16 Connexis, Singapore, 138632, Republic of Singapore
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 3, Singapore, 117583, Republic of Singapore
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 3, Singapore, 117583, Republic of Singapore.
- Institute of Materials Research and Engineering, Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 2 Fusionopolis Way, Singapore, 138634, Republic of Singapore.
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- Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 1 Fusionopolis Way, #16-16 Connexis, Singapore, 138632, Republic of Singapore.
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Ismail M, Rasheed M, Mahata C, Kang M, Kim S. Mimicking biological synapses with a-HfSiO x-based memristor: implications for artificial intelligence and memory applications. NANO CONVERGENCE 2023; 10:33. [PMID: 37428275 DOI: 10.1186/s40580-023-00380-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023]
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Memristors, owing to their uncomplicated structure and resemblance to biological synapses, are predicted to see increased usage in the domain of artificial intelligence. Additionally, to augment the capacity for multilayer data storage in high-density memory applications, meticulous regulation of quantized conduction with an extremely low transition energy is required. In this work, an a-HfSiOx-based memristor was grown through atomic layer deposition (ALD) and investigated for its electrical and biological properties for use in multilevel switching memory and neuromorphic computing systems. The crystal structure and chemical distribution of the HfSiOx/TaN layers were analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), respectively. The Pt/a-HfSiOx/TaN memristor was confirmed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and showed analog bipolar switching behavior with high endurance stability (1000 cycles), long data retention performance (104 s), and uniform voltage distribution. Its multilevel capability was demonstrated by restricting current compliance (CC) and stopping the reset voltage. The memristor exhibited synaptic properties, such as short-term plasticity, excitatory postsynaptic current (EPSC), spiking-rate-dependent plasticity (SRDP), post-tetanic potentiation (PTP), and paired-pulse facilitation (PPF). Furthermore, it demonstrated 94.6% pattern accuracy in neural network simulations. Thus, a-HfSiOx-based memristors have great potential for use in multilevel memory and neuromorphic computing systems.
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- Muhammad Ismail
- Division of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul, 04620, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul, 04620, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul, 04620, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Electronics Engineering, Korea National University of Transportation, Chungju- si, 27469, Republic of Korea.
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- Division of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul, 04620, Republic of Korea.
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Cao Z, Sun B, Zhou G, Mao S, Zhu S, Zhang J, Ke C, Zhao Y, Shao J. Memristor-based neural networks: a bridge from device to artificial intelligence. NANOSCALE HORIZONS 2023; 8:716-745. [PMID: 36946082 DOI: 10.1039/d2nh00536k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Since the beginning of the 21st century, there is no doubt that the importance of artificial intelligence has been highlighted in many fields, among which the memristor-based artificial neural network technology is expected to break through the limitation of von Neumann so as to realize the replication of the human brain by enabling strong parallel computing ability and efficient data processing and become an important way towards the next generation of artificial intelligence. A new type of nanodevice, namely memristor, which is based on the variability of its resistance value, not only has very important applications in nonvolatile information storage, but also presents obsessive progressiveness in highly integrated circuits, making it one of the most promising circuit components in the post-Moore era. In particular, memristors can effectively simulate neural synapses and build neural networks; thus, they can be applied for the preparation of various artificial intelligence systems. This study reviews the research progress of memristors in artificial neural networks in detail and highlights the structural advantages and frontier applications of neural networks based on memristors. Finally, some urgent problems and challenges in current research are summarized and corresponding solutions and future development trends are put forward.
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- Zelin Cao
- Frontier Institute of Science and Technology (FIST), Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710049, China.
- Shaanxi International Joint Research Center for Applied Technology of Controllable Neutron Source, School of Science, Xijing University, Xi'an 710123, China
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- Frontier Institute of Science and Technology (FIST), Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710049, China.
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- College of Artificial Intelligence, Brain-inspired Computing & Intelligent Control of Chongqing Key Lab, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
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- Fujian Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for Advanced High-Field Superconducting Materials and Engineering, Fujian Normal University, Fuzhou, Fujian 350117, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology of Materials, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610031, China
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- School of Electrical Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610031, China
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- School of Electrical Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610031, China
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- Fujian Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for Advanced High-Field Superconducting Materials and Engineering, Fujian Normal University, Fuzhou, Fujian 350117, China
- School of Physical Science and Technology, Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology of Materials, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610031, China
- School of Electrical Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610031, China
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- Frontier Institute of Science and Technology (FIST), Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710049, China.
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Dong X, Wei W, Sun H, Li S, Chen J, Chen J, Zhang X, Zhao Y, Li Y. Neotype kuramite optoelectronic memristor for bio-synaptic plasticity simulations. J Chem Phys 2023; 158:2889009. [PMID: 37154283 DOI: 10.1063/5.0151205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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Memristive devices with both electrically and optically induced synaptic dynamic behaviors will be crucial to the accomplishment of brain-inspired neuromorphic computing systems, in which the resistive materials and device architectures are two of the most important cornerstones, but still under challenge. Herein, kuramite Cu3SnS4 is newly introduced into poly-methacrylate as the switching medium to construct memristive devices, and the expected high-performance bio-mimicry of diverse optoelectronic synaptic plasticity is demonstrated. In addition to the excellent basic performances, such as stable bipolar resistive switching with On/Off ratio of ∼486, Set/Reset voltage of ∼-0.88/+0.96 V, and good retention feature of up to 104 s, the new designs of memristors possess not only the multi-level controllable resistive-switching memory property but also the capability of mimicking optoelectronic synaptic plasticity, including electrically and visible/near-infrared light-induced excitatory postsynaptic currents, short-/long-term memory, spike-timing-dependent plasticity, long-term plasticity/depression, short-term plasticity, paired-pulse facilitation, and "learning-forgetting-learning" behavior as well. Predictably, as a new class of switching medium material, such proposed kuramite-based artificial optoelectronic synaptic device has great potential to be applied to construct neuromorphic architectures in simulating human brain functions.
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- Xiaofei Dong
- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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- Key Laboratory of Atomic and Molecular Physics & Functional Materials of Gansu Province, College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Northwest Normal University, Lanzhou 730070, China
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Xiong C, Yang Z, Shen J, Tang F, He Q, Li Y, Xu M, Miao X. Nano t-Se Peninsulas Embedded in Natively Oxidized 2D TiSe 2 Enable Uniform and Fast Memristive Switching. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:23371-23379. [PMID: 37155833 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c00818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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Memristive devices, regardless of their potential applications in memory and computing scenarios, still suffer from large cycle-to-cycle and device-to-device variations due to the stochastic growth of conductive filaments (CFs). In this work, we fabricated a crossbar memristor using the 2D TiSe2 material and then oxidized it into TiO2 in the atmosphere at a moderate temperature. Such a mild oxidation approach fails to evaporate all Se into the air, and after further annealing using thermal or electrical stimulations, the remnant Se atoms gather near the interfaces and grow into nanosized crystals with relatively high conductivity. The resulting peninsula-shaped nanocrystals distort the electric field, forcing CFs to grow on them, which could largely confine the location and length of CFs. As a result, this two-terminal TiSe2/TiO2/TiSe2 device exhibits excellent resistive switching performance with a fairly low threshold voltage (Vset < 0.8 V, Vreset > 0.55 V) and high cycle-to-cycle consistency, enabling resistive switching at narrow operating variations, e.g., 500 ± 48 and 845 ± 39 mV. Our work offers a new approach to minimize the cycle-to-cycle stochasticity of the memristive device, paving the way for its applications in data storage and brain-inspired computing.
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- Changying Xiong
- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
- Hubei Yangtze Memory Laboratories, Wuhan 430205, China
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
- Hubei Yangtze Memory Laboratories, Wuhan 430205, China
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
- Hubei Yangtze Memory Laboratories, Wuhan 430205, China
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Integrated Circuits, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
- Hubei Yangtze Memory Laboratories, Wuhan 430205, China
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Jin Y, Sun J, Zhang L, Yang J, Wu Y, You B, Liu X, Leng K, Liu S. Controllable Oxidation of ZrS 2 to Prepare High-κ, Single-Crystal m-ZrO 2 for 2D Electronics. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2212079. [PMID: 36815429 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202212079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2022] [Revised: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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High-κ materials that exhibit large permittivity and band gaps are needed as gate dielectrics to enhance capacitance and prevent leakage current in downsized technology nodes. Among these, monoclinic ZrO2 (m-ZrO2 ) shows good potential because of its inertness and high-κ with respect to SiO2 , but a method to produce ultrathin single crystal is lacking. Here, the controllable preparation of ultrathin m-ZrO2 single crystals via the in situ thermal oxidation of ZrS2 is achieved. As-grown m-ZrO2 presents an equivalent oxide thickness of ≈0.29 nm, a high dielectric constant of ≈19, and a breakdown voltage (EBD ) of ≈7.22 MV cm-1 . MoS2 field effect transistor (FET) by using m-ZrO2 as a dielectric layer shows comparable mobility to that using SiO2 dielectric. The ultraclean interface of m-ZrO2 /MoS2 and high crystalline quality of m-ZrO2 lead to negligible hysteresis in transfer curves. Single crystal m-ZrO2 dielectric shows potential application in digital complementary metal oxidesemiconductor (CMOS) logic FET.
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- Yuanyuan Jin
- State Key Laboratory of Chem/Bio-Sensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, P. R. China
- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 100872, P. R. China
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- School of Physics and Electronics, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chem/Bio-Sensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, P. R. China
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- School of Physics and Electronics, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chem/Bio-Sensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, P. R. China
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- Department of Information Technology, Ghent University, Technologiepark-Zwijnaarde 15, Gent, 9052, Belgium
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- State Key Laboratory of Chem/Bio-Sensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, P. R. China
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 100872, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chem/Bio-Sensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, P. R. China
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Dong Z, Hua Q, Xi J, Shi Y, Huang T, Dai X, Niu J, Wang B, Wang ZL, Hu W. Ultrafast and Low-Power 2D Bi 2O 2Se Memristors for Neuromorphic Computing Applications. NANO LETTERS 2023; 23:3842-3850. [PMID: 37093653 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c00322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Memristors that emulate synaptic plasticity are building blocks for opening a new era of energy-efficient neuromorphic computing architecture, which will overcome the limitation of the von Neumann bottleneck. Layered two-dimensional (2D) Bi2O2Se, as an emerging material for next-generation electronics, is of great significance in improving the efficiency and performance of memristive devices. Herein, high-quality Bi2O2Se nanosheets are grown by configuring mica substrates face-down on the Bi2O2Se powder. Then, bipolar Bi2O2Se memristors are fabricated with excellent performance including ultrafast switching speed (<5 ns) and low-power consumption (<3.02 pJ). Moreover, synaptic plasticity, such as long-term potentiation/depression (LTP/LTD), paired-pulse facilitation (PPF), and spike-timing-dependent plasticity (STDP), are demonstrated in the Bi2O2Se memristor. Furthermore, MNIST recognition with simulated artificial neural networks (ANN) based on conductance modification could reach a high accuracy of 91%. Notably, the 2D Bi2O2Se enables the memristor to possess ultrafast and low-power attributes, showing great potential in neuromorphic computing applications.
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- Zilong Dong
- Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- School of Integrated Circuits and Electronics, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
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- Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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Liao J, Wen W, Wu J, Zhou Y, Hussain S, Hu H, Li J, Liaqat A, Zhu H, Jiao L, Zheng Q, Xie L. Van der Waals Ferroelectric Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor for In-Memory Computing. ACS NANO 2023; 17:6095-6102. [PMID: 36912657 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.3c01198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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In-memory computing is a highly efficient approach for breaking the bottleneck of von Neumann architectures, i.e., reducing redundant latency and energy consumption during the data transfer between the physically separated memory and processing units. Herein we have designed a in-memory computing device, a van der Waals ferroelectric semiconductor (InSe) based metal-oxide-ferroelectric semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOfeS-FET). This MOfeS-FET integrates memory and logic functions in the same material, in which the out-of-plane (OOP) ferroelectric polarization in InSe is used for data storage and the semiconducting property is used for the logic computation. The MOfeS-FET shows a long retention time with high on/off ratios (>106), high program/erase (P/E) ratios (103), and stable cyclic endurance. Moreover, inverter, programmable NAND, and NOR Boolean logic operations with nonvolatile storage of the results have all been demonstrated using our approach. These findings highlight the potential of van der Waals ferroelectric semiconductor-based MOfeS-FETs in the in-memory computing and their potential of achieving size scaling beyond Moore's law.
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- Junyi Liao
- CAS Key Laboratory of Standardization and Measurement for Nanotechnology, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
- Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P.R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P.R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Standardization and Measurement for Nanotechnology, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Standardization and Measurement for Nanotechnology, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
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- Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P.R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Standardization and Measurement for Nanotechnology, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P.R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P.R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Standardization and Measurement for Nanotechnology, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P.R. China
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- Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P.R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Standardization and Measurement for Nanotechnology, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P.R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Standardization and Measurement for Nanotechnology, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P.R. China
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Bala A, So B, Pujar P, Moon C, Kim S. In Situ Synthesis of Two-Dimensional Lateral Semiconducting-Mo:Se//Metallic-Mo Junctions Using Controlled Diffusion of Se for High-Performance Large-Scaled Memristor. ACS NANO 2023; 17:4296-4305. [PMID: 36606582 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c08615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Two-dimensional (2D) materials are favorable candidates for resistive memories in high-density nanoelectronics owing to their ultrathin scaling and controllable interfacial characteristics. However, high processing temperatures and difficulties in mechanical transfer are intriguing challenges associated with their implementation in large areas with crossbar architecture. A high processing temperature may damage the electrical functionalities of the bottom electrode, and mechanical transfer of 2D materials may introduce undesirable microscopic defects and macroscopic discontinuities. In this study, an in situ fabrication of an electrode and 2D-molybdenum diselenide (MoSe2) is reported. The controlled diffusion of selenium (Se) in the predeposited molybdenum (Mo) produces Mo//Mo:Se stacks with a few layers of MoSe2 on top and MoSex on the bottom. Diffusion-assisted Mo//Mo:Se fabrication is observed over a large area (4 in. wafer). Additionally, a 5 × 5 array of crossbar memristors (Mo//Mo:Se//Ag) is fabricated using the diffusion of Se in patterned Mo. These memristors exhibit a small switching voltage (∼1.1 V), high endurance (>250 cycles), and excellent retention (>15 000 s) with minimum cycle-to-cycle and device-to-device variation. Thus, the proposed nondestructive in situ technique not only simplifies the fabrication but also minimizes the number of required stages.
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- Arindam Bala
- School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon16419, Republic of Korea
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- School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon16419, Republic of Korea
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Duan H, Cheng S, Qin L, Zhang X, Xie B, Zhang Y, Jie W. Low-Power Memristor Based on Two-Dimensional Materials. J Phys Chem Lett 2022; 13:7130-7138. [PMID: 35900941 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.2c01962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The memristor is an excellent candidate for nonvolatile memory and neuromorphic computing. Recently, two-dimensional (2D) materials have been developed for use in memristors with high-performance resistive switching characteristics, such as high on/off ratios, low SET/RESET voltages, good retention and endurance, fast switching speed, and low power and energy consumption. Low-power memristors are highly desired for recent fast-speed and energy-efficient artificial neuromorphic networks. This Perspective focuses on the recent progress of low-power memristors based on 2D materials, providing a condensed overview of relevant developments in memristive performance, physical mechanism, material modification, and device assembly as well as potential applications. The detailed research status of memristors has been reviewed based on different 2D materials from insulating hexagonal boron nitride, semiconducting transition metal dichalcogenides, to some newly developed 2D materials. Furthermore, a brief summary introducing the perspectives and challenges is included, with the aim of providing an insightful guide for this research field.
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- Huan Duan
- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu 610066, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu 610066, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu 610066, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu 610066, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu 610066, China
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- Institute of Modern Optics & Tianjin Key Laboratory of Micro-Scale Optical Information Science and Technology, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu 610066, China
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Yan Q, Fan F, Zhang B, Liu G, Chen Y. MoS2 nanosheets functionalized with ferrocene-containing polymer via SI-ATRP for memristive devices with multilevel resistive switching. Eur Polym J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2022.111316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Layered van der Waals (vdW) materials have attracted significant attention due to their materials properties that can enhance diverse applications including next-generation computing, biomedical devices, and energy conversion and storage technologies. This class of materials is typically studied in the two-dimensional (2D) limit by growing them directly on bulk substrates or exfoliating them from parent layered crystals to obtain single or few layers that preserve the original bonding. However, these vdW materials can also function as a platform for obtaining additional phases of matter at the nanoscale. Here, we introduce and review a synthesis paradigm, morphotaxy, where low-dimensional materials are realized by using the shape of an initial nanoscale precursor to template growth or chemical conversion. Using morphotaxy, diverse non-vdW materials such as HfO2 or InF3 can be synthesized in ultrathin form by changing the composition but preserving the shape of the original 2D layered material. Morphotaxy can also enable diverse atomically precise heterojunctions and other exotic structures such as Janus materials. Using this morphotaxial approach, the family of low-dimensional materials can be substantially expanded, thus creating vast possibilities for future fundamental studies and applied technologies.
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- David Lam
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois 60208, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois 60208, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois 60208, United States
- Department of Chemistry, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois 60208, United States
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois 60208, United States
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Ren J, Shen H, Liu Z, Xu M, Li D. Artificial Synapses Based on WSe 2 Homojunction via Vacancy Migration. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:21141-21149. [PMID: 35481365 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c01162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Artificial synapses based on two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) materials have attracted wide attention to boost the development of neuromorphic computing in recent years. Various structures have been adopted to build 2D-material-based artificial synapses. In lateral- and vertical-structures, the realization of synaptic function mainly results from the migration of the defects and vacancies, which requires the strong ion diffusion ability. Here, we successfully demonstrate an artificial synapse based on lateral WSe2 homojunction. The migration of Se vacancies from the thin region to the thick region has been promoted by applying negative gate voltage, resulting in n-type doping in the thick region due to the accumulation of Se vacancies, which would diminish the barrier width of the metal-semiconductor junctions in the thick region. Consequently, the transformation from a high-resistance state (HRS) to a low-resistance state (LRS) is achieved. Significantly, our device can efficiently emulate the biological synaptic functions with a large synaptic weight change. Additionally, the transition from short-term memory (STM) to long-term memory (LTM) can be accomplished with a simpler structure, which would be beneficial to realizing the large-scale integration of transistor-based artificial synapses.
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- Junwen Ren
- School of Optical and Electronic Information, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- School of Optical and Electronic Information, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- School of Optical and Electronic Information, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- School of Optical and Electronic Information, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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- School of Optical and Electronic Information, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China
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Liu Q, Gao S, Xu L, Yue W, Zhang C, Kan H, Li Y, Shen G. Nanostructured perovskites for nonvolatile memory devices. Chem Soc Rev 2022; 51:3341-3379. [PMID: 35293907 DOI: 10.1039/d1cs00886b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Perovskite materials have driven tremendous advances in constructing electronic devices owing to their low cost, facile synthesis, outstanding electric and optoelectronic properties, flexible dimensionality engineering, and so on. Particularly, emerging nonvolatile memory devices (eNVMs) based on perovskites give birth to numerous traditional paradigm terminators in the fields of storage and computation. Despite significant exploration efforts being devoted to perovskite-based high-density storage and neuromorphic electronic devices, research studies on materials' dimensionality that has dominant effects on perovskite electronics' performances are paid little attention; therefore, a review from the point of view of structural morphologies of perovskites is essential for constructing perovskite-based devices. Here, recent advances of perovskite-based eNVMs (memristors and field-effect-transistors) are reviewed in terms of the dimensionality of perovskite materials and their potentialities in storage or neuromorphic computing. The corresponding material preparation methods, device structures, working mechanisms, and unique features are showcased and evaluated in detail. Furthermore, a broad spectrum of advanced technologies (e.g., hardware-based neural networks, in-sensor computing, logic operation, physical unclonable functions, and true random number generator), which are successfully achieved for perovskite-based electronics, are investigated. It is obvious that this review will provide benchmarks for designing high-quality perovskite-based electronics for application in storage, neuromorphic computing, artificial intelligence, information security, etc.
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- Qi Liu
- School of Information Science and Engineering & Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Network Based Intelligent Computing, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China.
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- School of Information Science and Engineering & Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Network Based Intelligent Computing, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China.
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- School of Information Science and Engineering & Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Network Based Intelligent Computing, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China.
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- School of Information Science and Engineering & Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Network Based Intelligent Computing, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China.
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- School of Information Science and Engineering & Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Network Based Intelligent Computing, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China.
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- School of Information Science and Engineering & Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Network Based Intelligent Computing, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China.
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- School of Information Science and Engineering & Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Network Based Intelligent Computing, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China. .,State Key Laboratory for Superlattices and Microstructures Institute of Semiconductors & Chinese Academy of Sciences and Center of Materials Science and Optoelectronic Engineering, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100083, China.
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- State Key Laboratory for Superlattices and Microstructures Institute of Semiconductors & Chinese Academy of Sciences and Center of Materials Science and Optoelectronic Engineering, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100083, China.
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Kim YS, An J, Jeon JB, Son MW, Son S, Park W, Lee Y, Park J, Kim GY, Kim G, Song H, Kim KM. Ternary Logic with Stateful Neural Networks Using a Bilayered TaO X -Based Memristor Exhibiting Ternary States. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2022; 9:e2104107. [PMID: 34913617 PMCID: PMC8844464 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202104107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2021] [Revised: 10/31/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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A memristive stateful neural network allowing complete Boolean in-memory computing attracts high interest in future electronics. Various Boolean logic gates and functions demonstrated so far confirm their practical potential as an emerging computing device. However, spatio-temporal efficiency of the stateful logic is still too limited to replace conventional computing technologies. This study proposes a ternary-state memristor device (simply a ternary memristor) for application to ternary stateful logic. The ternary-state implementable memristor device is developed with bilayered tantalum oxide by precisely controlling the oxygen content in each oxide layer. The device can operate 157 ternary logic gates in one operational clock, which allows an experimental demonstration of a functionally complete three-valued Łukasiewicz logic system. An optimized logic cascading strategy with possible ternary gates is ≈20% more efficient than conventional binary stateful logic, suggesting it can be beneficial for higher performance in-memory computing.
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- Young Seok Kim
- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringKAIST291 Daehak‐ro, Yuseong‐guDaejeon34141Republic of Korea
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