Shin H, Kim DY. Energy-efficient electronics with an air-friction-driven rotating gate transistor using tribotronics.
iScience 2024;
27:109029. [PMID:
38327795 PMCID:
PMC10847805 DOI:
10.1016/j.isci.2024.109029]
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Abstract
Concern for the environment is one of the main factors that are increasing the demand for compact and energy-efficient electronic devices. Recent research has made advances in reducing the power consumption of field-effect transistors, including the use of high-dielectric insulators, low-voltage operation, and selective power-conservation strategies. This paper introduces a revolutionary air-friction-driven rotating gate transistor that operates without the need for a conventional gate voltage. This new device offers the advantages of wear resistance, a slim and flexible design (achieved through low-temperature solution processing), and a simplified three-layer structure that streamlines manufacturing and reduces potential carbon emissions. This device's wear resistance and ease of fabrication render the device a promising technology with applications in various fields, including electronics, vehicles, aviation, and wearable devices. This study provides evidence of the device's feasibility for use in real-world vehicular scenarios, underscoring its potential for future innovation and widespread adoption.
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