Ferroelectric-based synapses and neurons for neuromorphic computing

E Covi, H Mulaosmanovic, B Max… - Neuromorphic …, 2022 - iopscience.iop.org
The shift towards a distributed computing paradigm, where multiple systems acquire and
elaborate data in real-time, leads to challenges that must be met. In particular, it is becoming …

Ferroelectric tunnel junction based crossbar array design for neuro-inspired computing

YC Luo, J Hur, S Yu - IEEE Transactions on Nanotechnology, 2021 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Ferroelectric tunnel junction (FTJ) based crossbar array is a promising candidate for the
implementation of low-power and area-efficient neuro-inspired computing. In this paper, we …

Charge-trapping-induced compensation of the ferroelectric polarization in FTJs: Optimal conditions for a synaptic device operation

R Fontanini, M Segatto, KS Nair… - … on Electron Devices, 2022 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
In this work, we present a clear evidence, based on numerical simulations and experiments,
that the polarization compensation due to trapped charge strongly influences the ON/OFF …

Performance enhancement and transient current response of ferroelectric tunnel junction: A theoretical study

HH Huang, YH Chu, TY Wu, MH Wu… - … on Electron Devices, 2022 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
A comprehensive physical model is established to understand the device operation and
optimization strategy of the ferroelectric tunnel junction (FTJ). This model is capable of …

Characterizing HfO2-Based Ferroelectric Tunnel Junction in Cryogenic Temperature

J Hur, C Park, G Choe, PV Ravindran… - IEEE Transactions on …, 2022 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Since the discovery of ferroelectric properties in doped HfO2, various types of memory
devices have emerged based on this novel material. Especially, the ferroelectric tunnel …

Atomic Defects Profiling and Reliability of Amorphous Al2O3 Metal–Insulator–Metal Stacks

P La Torraca, F Caruso, A Padovani… - … on Electron Devices, 2022 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
We present a comprehensive characterization of amorphous alumina (a-Al 2 O 3) high-
dielectric in metal–insulator–metal (MIM) stacks, self-consistently extracting the space …

MgO/HZO Based Ferroelectric Tunnel Junctions for Neuromorphic Computing Applications

HH Lin, CC Lin, CT Shih, WY Jang… - IEEE Electron Device …, 2023 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
In this work, we fabricate a ferroelectric tunnel junction (FTJ) device with W/MgO/HZO/TiN
structure. The effect of MgO thickness on the FTJ properties of HZO films is studied. Device …

[HTML][HTML] Characterization of HZO Films Fabricated by Co-Plasma Atomic Layer Deposition for Ferroelectric Memory Applications

WJ Park, HJ Kim, JH Lee, JH Kim, SH Uhm, SW Kim… - Nanomaterials, 2024 - mdpi.com
Plasma-enhanced atomic layer deposition (ALD) is a common method for fabricating Hf0.
5Zr0. 5O2 (HZO) ferroelectric thin films that can be performed using direct-plasma (DP) and …

Spiking Neural Networks and Ferroelectric Based Devices for Neuromorphic Computing

R Fontanini - 2023 - air.uniud.it
Thanks to the rise of IoT and wearable electronics, smart sensors and low-power edge
systems are becoming increasingly prevalent in our daily lives. In particular, the pursuit of …

Other emerging memories

G Molas, L Grenouillet - Semiconductor Memories and Systems, 2022 - Elsevier
Resistive memories and ferroelectric memories offer very promising perspectives for future
memory generations, including embedded applications, but also open opportunities to …