Nano-Micro Letters ›› 2024, Vol. 16 ›› Issue (1): 121-. doi: 10.1007/s40820-024-01335-2

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Recent Advances in In-Memory Computing: Exploring Memristor and Memtransistor Arrays with 2D Materials

Hangbo Zhou1, Sifan Li2, Kah-Wee Ang2,3(), Yong-Wei Zhang1()   

  1. 1 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
    2 Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 3, Singapore, 117583, Republic of Singapore
    3 Institute of Materials Research and Engineering, Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 2 Fusionopolis Way, Singapore, 138634, Republic of Singapore
  • Received:2023-10-17 Accepted:2023-12-25 Online:2024-01-01 Published:2024-02-19
  • Contact: Kah-Wee Ang, Yong-Wei Zhang
  • About author:

    Hangbo Zhou and Sifan Li have contributed equally to this work.

Abstract:

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.

Key words: 2D materials, Memristors, Memtransistors, Crossbar array, In-memory computing