Optically controlled synaptic device based on PdSe2 / α-In2Se3 vdW heterostructure FET

Key Points

• This research aims to develop a device that allows for optical control of synaptic functions using advanced materials.
• Utilized a van der Waals (vdW) heterostructure comprising PdSe2 and α-In2Se3.
• Investigated electrical and optical interactions.
• Assessed device performance in neuromorphic computing contexts.
• Achieved significant improvements in bidirectional optical control.
• Demonstrated enhanced electrical response under optical stimulation.
• Indicated potential to alleviate the von Neumann bottleneck in computing.