Arithmetic and Biologically‐Inspired Computing Using Phase‐Change Materials

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the use of phase-change materials for computing tasks and neuromorphic functions.
• Executed basic arithmetic functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using a phase-change processor.
• Demonstrated an integrate-and-fire hardware neuron with a single phase-change cell.
• Exhibited synaptic-like functionality through the memflector, an optical analogue of a memristor.
• Successfully performed four basic arithmetic operations reliably using the phase-change processor.
• Created a functioning integrate-and-fire neuron, showcasing potential for neuromorphic computing.
• Illustrated synaptic-like operations with the memflector, suggesting new computing architectures.