Introduction.With the rapid development of transformer-based large language models(LLMs)and deep neural networks(DNNs),the demand for both high computational throughput and massive memory capacity has grown exponentia...Introduction.With the rapid development of transformer-based large language models(LLMs)and deep neural networks(DNNs),the demand for both high computational throughput and massive memory capacity has grown exponentially[1-4].In response,the 2D/3D hybrid integration of computing-centric computing-in-memory(CIM)and memory-centric in-ear-memory computing(INMC)circuits has emerged as a transformative technology.Unlike conventional von Neumann architectures,these memory-computing hybrid designs offer systematic advantages including high energy efficiency,high memory bandwidth,and sufficient on-device memory capacity[1-13].展开更多
This review examines current approaches to real-time decision-making and task optimization in Internet of Things systems through the application of machine learning models deployed at the network edge.Existing literat...This review examines current approaches to real-time decision-making and task optimization in Internet of Things systems through the application of machine learning models deployed at the network edge.Existing literature shows that edge-based distributed intelligence reduces cloud dependency.It addresses transmission latency,device energy use,and bandwidth limits.Recent optimization strategies employ dynamic task offloading mechanisms to determine optimal workload placement across local devices and edge servers without centralized coordination.Empirical findings from the literature indicate performance improvements with latency reductions of approximately 32.8%and energy efficiency gains of 27.4%compared to conventional cloud-centric models.However,critical gaps remain in current methodologies.Most studies focus on static network topologies and do not adequately address load balancing across multiple edge nodes.Security vulnerabilities during task transmission are underexplored,and privacy considerations for sensitive data remain insufficiently integrated into existing frameworks.Task caching strategies and fault tolerance mechanisms require further investigation in highly dynamic environments.The ability of existing approaches to handle large-scale deployments and complex edge-cloud collaborative scenarios has not been thoroughly validated.This review synthesizes current progress while identifying fundamental challenges that must be resolved for practical deployment in time-sensitive applications spanning smart manufacturing,autonomous systems,and healthcare monitoring.Future work should prioritize robust security integration,efficient load distribution,and scalability across heterogeneous edge infrastructures.展开更多
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles(UAVs)are increasingly deployed across military and civilian domains due to their operational flexibility,low maintenance costs,and high mobility.With the growing complexity of UAV applications...Unmanned Aerial Vehicles(UAVs)are increasingly deployed across military and civilian domains due to their operational flexibility,low maintenance costs,and high mobility.With the growing complexity of UAV applications and tasks,robust support from computing power networks is essential.These networks,acting as resource integration paradigms,furnish UAVs with pooled resources to tackle extensive computational demands.In this paper,we develop a framework for trading computing power resources,modeling the transaction process through a three-stage Stackelberg game to facilitate sequential decision-making.We theoretically demonstrate the existence of a Nash equilibrium and introduce a Dynamic Game Reinforcement algorithm to identify optimal strategies.Our experimental results affirm the framework's efficacy and the superior performance of our algorithm.Additionally,we explore how variables like UAV quantity and network congestion influence the market dynamics of the computing power network.展开更多
Integrated silicon photonics has emerged as a transformative technology for post-Moore’s law computing,offering intrinsic advantages of high bandwidth,ultralow latency and low energy consumption that far exceed tradi...Integrated silicon photonics has emerged as a transformative technology for post-Moore’s law computing,offering intrinsic advantages of high bandwidth,ultralow latency and low energy consumption that far exceed traditional electronic computing architectures[1−4].As artificial intelligence(AI)models continue to grow in complexity and scale,the demand for high-speed,energy-efficient computing has spurred intensive research into photonic computing as a promising alternative to electronic accelerators[5−7].Matrix multiply−accumulate(MAC)operations,the core of deep learning and combinatorial optimization algorithms,are particularly amenable to photonic implementation,as light enables parallel multiplication and accumulation with minimal data movement[8,9].However,the practical application of photonic computing has long been hindered by critical challenges including large-scale integration of photonic components,electro-optical co-packaging,guaranteed computation accuracy of analog photonic systems,and compatibility with mainstream AI models and algorithms[10,11].展开更多
Organic electrochemical transistor(OECT)devices demonstrate great promising potential for reservoir computing(RC)systems,but their lack of tunable dynamic characteristics limits their application in multi-temporal sca...Organic electrochemical transistor(OECT)devices demonstrate great promising potential for reservoir computing(RC)systems,but their lack of tunable dynamic characteristics limits their application in multi-temporal scale tasks.In this study,we report an OECT-based neuromorphic device with tunable relaxation time(τ)by introducing an additional vertical back-gate electrode into a planar structure.The dual-gate design enablesτreconfiguration from 93 to 541 ms.The tunable relaxation behaviors can be attributed to the combined effects of planar-gate induced electrochemical doping and back-gateinduced electrostatic coupling,as verified by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy analysis.Furthermore,we used theτ-tunable OECT devices as physical reservoirs in the RC system for intelligent driving trajectory prediction,achieving a significant improvement in prediction accuracy from below 69%to 99%.The results demonstrate that theτ-tunable OECT shows a promising candidate for multi-temporal scale neuromorphic computing applications.展开更多
The accelerating convergence of intelligent networking paradigms,data-driven modeling,and cyberphysical integration is reshaping the foundations of modern engineering systems.Within this context,this Special Issue of ...The accelerating convergence of intelligent networking paradigms,data-driven modeling,and cyberphysical integration is reshaping the foundations of modern engineering systems.Within this context,this Special Issue of Computer Modeling in Engineering&Sciences(CMES)is devoted to recent advances in next-generation intelligent networks and systems,with a particular emphasis on the synergistic roles of the Internet of Things(IoT),edge computing,and secure cyber-physical applications.展开更多
Quantum computing,leveraging the properties of quantum physics such as quantum superposition and entanglement,possesses the potential for exponential acceleration compared to classical computing.It can significantly e...Quantum computing,leveraging the properties of quantum physics such as quantum superposition and entanglement,possesses the potential for exponential acceleration compared to classical computing.It can significantly enhance solution efficiency in topology optimization and effectively avoid the entrapment in local optima.This paper proposes a hybrid classical-quantum computing framework to solve the stress-constrained topology optimization problem for truss structures.Initially,structural analyses are performed on a classical computer to determine the stresses of truss members.Then,the optimization problem is formulated through incremental updates of member cross-sectional areas to make it compatible with a quantum annealer.The update strategy consists of a directional-control function and a magnitude-control function.By embedding stress constraints directly into the directional-control function,the original optimization problem is reformulated as a quadratic unconstrained binary optimization model suitable for quantum annealing.To realize a balance between solution accuracy and iteration efficiency,a dynamic strategy for adjusting the magnitude of area increments is proposed.Thus,the quantum annealer can effectively achieve the optimal solutions.When only the access time of the quantum processing unit is considered,the results from 2D and 3D examples of truss topology optimization validate the effectiveness of the proposed framework,and demonstrate the great potential of quantum computing in structural optimization.展开更多
Memristors have emerged as a transformative technology in the realm of electronic devices,offering unique advantages such as fast switching speeds,low power consumption,and the ability to sensor-memory-compute.The app...Memristors have emerged as a transformative technology in the realm of electronic devices,offering unique advantages such as fast switching speeds,low power consumption,and the ability to sensor-memory-compute.The applications span across non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,hardware security,and beyond,prompting memristors to become a versatile solution for next-generation computing and data storage systems.Despite enormous potential of memristors,the transition from laboratory prototypes to large-scale applications is challenging in terms of material stability,device reproducibility,and array scalability.This review systematically explores recent advancements in high-performance memristor technologies,focusing on performance enhancement strategies through material engineering,structural design,pulse protocol optimization,and algorithm control.We provide an in-depth analysis of key performance metrics tailored to specific applications,including non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,and hardware security.Furthermore,we propose a co-design framework that integrates device-level optimizations with operational-level improvements,aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical models and practical implementations.展开更多
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence,ubiquitous sensing,and edge computing is exposing fundamental limitations of conventional von Neumann architectures,in which the physical separation of sensing,memory,and co...The rapid growth of artificial intelligence,ubiquitous sensing,and edge computing is exposing fundamental limitations of conventional von Neumann architectures,in which the physical separation of sensing,memory,and computation leads to excessive data movement,high energy consumption,and latency.As transistor scaling slows in the post-Moore era,architectural innovation has become essential to sustain progress in intelligent systems.In-sensor-memory computing(ISMC)addresses these challenges by co-locating perception,storage,and computation within unified device and system architectures,enabling in situ signal processing,mixed-signal computation,and event-driven intelligence at the data source.Recent advances in memristive and ferroelectric devices,low-dimensional and multifunctional materials,three-dimensional heterogeneous integration,and neuromorphic architectures have significantly expanded the functional scope of ISMC platforms.In parallel,the co-evolution of algorithms—including spiking neural networks,reservoir computing,and neuromorphic compilers—has facilitated the translation of device-level advantages into system-level performance.This perspective surveys the technological foundations,architectural trends,and emerging applications of ISMC,examines global industry-academia-research(IAR)collaboration,and outlines key challenges related to variability,reliability,scalability,and benchmarking.Collectively,ISMC is positioned as a post-von Neumann hardware paradigm for energy-efficient,distributed intelligence.展开更多
New electronic devices based on the physical properties of electrically driven skyrmions are promising for logic computing and nonvolatile memory applications.However,achieving efficient and practical compute-storage ...New electronic devices based on the physical properties of electrically driven skyrmions are promising for logic computing and nonvolatile memory applications.However,achieving efficient and practical compute-storage integration remains challenging owing to the structural complexity,limited functionality,and low flexibility observed in most skyrmion-based devices.In this study,we designed a novel device architecture that integrates seven basic logic gates into a unified physical structure.Their operation can be enabled by physical mechanisms,such as spin-orbit torque,spin-transfer torque,skyrmion-edge repulsions,and skyrmion-skyrmion interactions.Furthermore,by incorporating voltage-controlled magnetic anisotropy,the device achieved multi-input capability and reconfigurability functionality.Ultralow power consumption(<1 fJ/bit per logic function)and extremely high logic density were achieved.Significantly,the compatibility of this nanotrack design with existing skyrmion racetrack memory paves the way for advanced in-memory computing in spintronic architectures.展开更多
The deceleration of Moore's law and the energy–latency drawbacks of the von Neumann bottleneck have heightened the pursuit for beyond-CMOS designs that integrate memory and compute.Self-rectifying memristors(SRMs...The deceleration of Moore's law and the energy–latency drawbacks of the von Neumann bottleneck have heightened the pursuit for beyond-CMOS designs that integrate memory and compute.Self-rectifying memristors(SRMs)have emerged as promising building blocks for high-performance,low-power systems by combining resistive switching with intrinsic diode-like behavior.Their unidirectional conduction inhibits sneak-path currents in crossbar arrays devoid of external selectors,while nonlinear I–V characteristics,adjustable conductance states,low operating voltages,and rapid switching facilitate efficient vector–matrix operations,neuromorphic plasticity,and hardware security primitives.This review synthesizes the working mechanisms of SRMs,surveys material,and structural strategies and compares device metrics relevant to array-scale deployment(rectification ratio,nonlinearity,endurance,retention,variability,and operating voltage).We assess SRM-enabled in-memory computing and neuromorphic applications,as well as security functions such as physical unclonable functions and reconfigurable cryptographic primitives.Integration pathways toward CMOS compatibility are analyzed,including back-end-of-line thermal budgets,uniformity,write disturb mitigation,and reliability.Finally,we outline key challenges and opportunities:materials/architecture co-design,precision analog training,stochasticity control/exploitation,3D stacking,and standardized benchmarking that can accelerate large-scale SRM adoption.Through the use of specialized materials and structural optimization,SRMs are set to provide selector-free,densely integrated,and energy-efficient hardware for future information processing.展开更多
In recent years,fog computing has become an important environment for dealing with the Internet of Things.Fog computing was developed to handle large-scale big data by scheduling tasks via cloud computing.Task schedul...In recent years,fog computing has become an important environment for dealing with the Internet of Things.Fog computing was developed to handle large-scale big data by scheduling tasks via cloud computing.Task scheduling is crucial for efficiently handling IoT user requests,thereby improving system performance,cost,and energy consumption across nodes in cloud computing.With the large amount of data and user requests,achieving the optimal solution to the task scheduling problem is challenging,particularly in terms of cost and energy efficiency.In this paper,we develop novel strategies to save energy consumption across nodes in fog computing when users execute tasks through the least-cost paths.Task scheduling is developed using modified artificial ecosystem optimization(AEO),combined with negative swarm operators,Salp Swarm Algorithm(SSA),in order to competitively optimize their capabilities during the exploitation phase of the optimal search process.In addition,the proposed strategy,Enhancement Artificial Ecosystem Optimization Salp Swarm Algorithm(EAEOSSA),attempts to find the most suitable solution.The optimization that combines cost and energy for multi-objective task scheduling optimization problems.The backpack problem is also added to improve both cost and energy in the iFogSim implementation as well.A comparison was made between the proposed strategy and other strategies in terms of time,cost,energy,and productivity.Experimental results showed that the proposed strategy improved energy consumption,cost,and time over other algorithms.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed algorithm increases the average cost,average energy consumption,and mean service time in most scenarios,with average reductions of up to 21.15%in cost and 25.8%in energy consumption.展开更多
With the rapid development of power Internet of Things(IoT)scenarios such as smart factories and smart homes,numerous intelligent terminal devices and real-time interactive applications impose higher demands on comput...With the rapid development of power Internet of Things(IoT)scenarios such as smart factories and smart homes,numerous intelligent terminal devices and real-time interactive applications impose higher demands on computing latency and resource supply efficiency.Multi-access edge computing technology deploys cloud computing capabilities at the network edge;constructs distributed computing nodes and multi-access systems and offers infrastructure support for services with low latency and high reliability.Existing research relies on a strong assumption that the environmental state is fully observable and fails to thoroughly consider the continuous time-varying features of edge server load fluctuations,leading to insufficient adaptability of the model in a heterogeneous dynamic environment.Thus,this paper establishes a framework for end-edge collaborative task offloading based on a partially observable Markov decision-making process(POMDP)and proposes a method for end-edge collaborative task offloading in heterogeneous scenarios.It achieves time-series modeling of the historical load characteristics of edge servers and endows the agent with the ability to be aware of the load in dynamic environmental states.Moreover,by dynamically assessing the exploration value of historical trajectories in the central trajectory pool and adjusting the sample weight distribution,directional exploration and strategy optimization of high-value trajectories are realized.Experimental results indicate that the proposed method exhibits distinct advantages compared with existing methods in terms of average delay and task failure rate and also verifies the method’s robustness in a dynamic environment.展开更多
The increasing popularity of quantum computing has resulted in a considerable rise in demand for cloud quantum computing usage in recent years.Nevertheless,the rapid surge in demand for cloud-based quantum computing r...The increasing popularity of quantum computing has resulted in a considerable rise in demand for cloud quantum computing usage in recent years.Nevertheless,the rapid surge in demand for cloud-based quantum computing resources has led to a scarcity.In order to meet the needs of an increasing number of researchers,it is imperative to facilitate efficient and flexible access to computing resources in a cloud environment.In this paper,we propose a novel quantum computing paradigm,Virtual QPU(VQPU),which addresses this issue and enhances quantum cloud throughput with guaranteed circuit fidelity.The proposal introduces three innovative concepts:(1)The integration of virtualization technology into the field of quantum computing to enhance quantum cloud throughput.(2)The introduction of an asynchronous execution of circuits methodology to improve quantum computing flexibility.(3)The development of a virtual QPU allocation scheme for quantum tasks in a cloud environment to improve circuit fidelity.The concepts have been validated through the utilization of a self-built simulated quantum cloud platform.展开更多
To address the critical challenges of nonuniform resource sensing and high dynamism within terminal-side computing power networks,this paper proposes a novel and efficient hierarchical resource scheduling mechanism.Fi...To address the critical challenges of nonuniform resource sensing and high dynamism within terminal-side computing power networks,this paper proposes a novel and efficient hierarchical resource scheduling mechanism.Firstly,architect a collaborative network architecture integrating a terminal layer and a cloud layer.Subsequently,a multi-dimensional model for computing power sensing and standardized measurement is established.Furthermore,investigate a hierarchical scheduling mechanism based on federated learning,which facilitates the effective management and intelligent scheduling of heterogeneous,dynamic resources.Experimental results demonstrate that this mechanism significantly reduces service latency in near-field computing,terminal-cloud collaboration,and ubiquitous computing scenarios.展开更多
In-memory computing,which enables computation directly within memory,represents an efficient approach to processing massively parallel computation tasks that are intractable for conventional computers.However,implemen...In-memory computing,which enables computation directly within memory,represents an efficient approach to processing massively parallel computation tasks that are intractable for conventional computers.However,implementations of in-memory computing have been primarily limited to the classical regime,with its nonclassical counterpart yet to be fully explored.Quantum memory,with its unique capability to generate,preserve,and nontrivially operate on quantum states,offers spectacular quantum-enhanced advantages and is thus a promising candidate for in-memory computing.Here,leveraging a room-temperature quantum memory,we demonstrate a quantum-enhanced and reconfigurable in-memory stochastic computing system,where correlated photons,randomly produced in the quantum memory,serve as the computing resources.We show that addition and multiplication operations can be straightforwardly achieved by accumulating photon counts,and multiple computing tasks can be accelerated by mapping them into parallel accumulations of photon counts.Furthermore,the calculation results are obtained through stochastic processes,ensuring security in remote computation since no efficient information can be distinguished by eavesdropping on a small portion of the computation data.This in-memory computing system is enhanced by nonclassical correlations,which accelerate computing process and may stimulate future research and applications in the emerging field of quantum-enhanced computing architectures.展开更多
The development of bio-inspired neural systems has emerged as a transformative approach to overcome the limitations of von Neumann architecture,replicating the remarkable energy efficiency and unified sensory-processi...The development of bio-inspired neural systems has emerged as a transformative approach to overcome the limitations of von Neumann architecture,replicating the remarkable energy efficiency and unified sensory-processing capabilities of biological neurons.In this work,we present a monolithic neuromorphic platform utilizing cascaded single-walled carbon nanotube thin-film transistors(SWCNT TFTs)that integrate Mini-light-emitting diodes(Mini-LEDs)with optoelectronic synaptic transistors,achieving synergistic optoelectronic integration.The SWCNT TFTs exhibit dual functionality:(1)as highly stable active-matrix drivers(>1000 operational cycles)enabling precise Mini-LED grayscale modulation,and(2)as efficient optoelectronic synaptic devices.Fabricated at wafer-scale with micrometer feature sizes,these devices demonstrate exceptional performance metrics,including low operating voltages(±1 V),high on/off ratios(106),near-ideal subthreshold swing(78 mV·dec-1),and precise Mini-LED current regulation(10-8A-10-4A)under 25 Hz pulsed gate operation.The optoelectronic synaptic devices based on organic-semiconductor heterojunction formed between poly(3,3”’-didodecyl quaterthiophene)(PQT-12)and semiconducting SWCNTs enable broadband photoresponses(365 nm-710 nm)through efficient charge transport,driven by TFT-controlled Mini-LED pulses.The implemented bio-inspired visual system successfully emulates fundamental synaptic functionalities,exhibiting excitatory postsynaptic currents(EPSC),short-term potentiation(STP),and long-term potentiation(LTP).Notably,we demonstrate system-level functionality through a five-layer convolutional neural network,achieving 92.02%accuracy on MNIST classification,while the monolithic integration establishes a biomimetic closed-loop“electrical-optical-electrical”pathway that faithfully simulates complete biological synaptic operation.This pioneering cascade of electronic,photonic,and optoelectronic components represents a significant advancement toward high-density,energy-efficient neuromorphic computing.展开更多
Spin-orbit torque(SOT)provides an efficient electrical pathway for encoding spin states and underpins emerging,ultrafast,and nonvolatile spintronic memories and logic devices.Reducing the switching current density and...Spin-orbit torque(SOT)provides an efficient electrical pathway for encoding spin states and underpins emerging,ultrafast,and nonvolatile spintronic memories and logic devices.Reducing the switching current density and power consumption remains a central challenge for practical applications.Here,we demonstrate that a light metal,vanadium(V),can serve as an efficient orbital-current source to substantially enhance SOT efficiency.In V/Pt/CoFeB heterostructures,orbital currents generated in V are effectively converted into spin currents by the spin-orbit-active Pt layer,giving rise to enhanced torques acting on the perpendicularly magnetized CoFeB layer.As a result,the critical switching current density and power are reduced by 54%and 27%,respectively,compared with conventional spin current-dominated Pt/CoFeB structures.Moreover,V/Pt/CoFeB-based devices further enable neuromorphic computing functionalities,achieving a handwritten digit recognition accuracy of 89%.These results highlight orbital-current engineering as a viable strategy for realizing low-power SOT devices and advancing spintronic hardware for neuromorphic computing.展开更多
The edge deployment of artificial intelligence has driven the exploitation of compact,energy-efficient information processing systems that integrate sensing,memory,and multi-task processing functions.However,conventio...The edge deployment of artificial intelligence has driven the exploitation of compact,energy-efficient information processing systems that integrate sensing,memory,and multi-task processing functions.However,conventional vision systems suffer from significant energyime overhead,extra hardware costs,and an unaffordable algorithm.Herein,we demonstrate an in-sensor computing system employing reconfigurable optoelectronic transistors(ROETs)for multi-task learning.These transistors exhibit reconfigurable volatile and nonvolatile characteristics under both optical and electrical stimuli.Capitalizing on this reconfigurability,we establish an in-sensor reservoir computing(RC)system operating in multi-signal modes:volatile dynamics function as the reservoir,whereas nonvolatile properties configure the readout layer.The abundant optoelectronic reservoir states display exceptional feature separability and prolonged stability in the ambient atmosphere.Such a reliable RC system successfully achieves multi-task processing of images.Notably,under the optoelectronic coordination mode,it effectively alleviates feature degradation while sustaining consistently high recognition accuracy.Furthermore,the system exhibits remarkable dynamic information processing capabilities,achieving recognition accuracies of 89.02%for dynamic gestures and 96.04%for moving vehicles recognition,respectively.Supplemental functionalities,including light adaptation and image sharpening,are also implemented.This work presents a configurable multimodal platform featuring a flexible in-sensor reservoir computing architecture,providing a potential solution for efficient multi-task processing.展开更多
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence has led to significant challenges in energy consumption and computational efficiency.To address these issues,the exploration and development of all-optical controlled(AOC...The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence has led to significant challenges in energy consumption and computational efficiency.To address these issues,the exploration and development of all-optical controlled(AOC)synaptic devices represents a promising leap forward in neuromorphic computing,offering potential solutions to the inherent limitations of traditional von Neumann architectures.AOC synaptic devices,utilizing exclusively optical signals to emulate bidirectional modulation of synaptic weights,bypass the complexity and additional energy costs associated with conventional electrical or electro-optical hybrid signals.This review articulates the underlying framework and fundamental motivations for studying AOC synapses,while systematically reviewing current research progress.We particularly highlight the synergistic relationships among physical mechanisms,material behaviors,and device architectures,as well as neuromorphic computing based on optical writing and optical erasing of information.By systematically interpreting these multidimensional correlations,we propose scalable and reproducible strategies for device design.This work will certainly herald a substantial direction of AOC synapses,providing an ideal platform for exploring neuromorphic computing for artificial intelligence.展开更多
基金supported by NSFC grant 62522403,92264203,92464202,and 92464302the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities。
摘要Introduction.With the rapid development of transformer-based large language models(LLMs)and deep neural networks(DNNs),the demand for both high computational throughput and massive memory capacity has grown exponentially[1-4].In response,the 2D/3D hybrid integration of computing-centric computing-in-memory(CIM)and memory-centric in-ear-memory computing(INMC)circuits has emerged as a transformative technology.Unlike conventional von Neumann architectures,these memory-computing hybrid designs offer systematic advantages including high energy efficiency,high memory bandwidth,and sufficient on-device memory capacity[1-13].
摘要This review examines current approaches to real-time decision-making and task optimization in Internet of Things systems through the application of machine learning models deployed at the network edge.Existing literature shows that edge-based distributed intelligence reduces cloud dependency.It addresses transmission latency,device energy use,and bandwidth limits.Recent optimization strategies employ dynamic task offloading mechanisms to determine optimal workload placement across local devices and edge servers without centralized coordination.Empirical findings from the literature indicate performance improvements with latency reductions of approximately 32.8%and energy efficiency gains of 27.4%compared to conventional cloud-centric models.However,critical gaps remain in current methodologies.Most studies focus on static network topologies and do not adequately address load balancing across multiple edge nodes.Security vulnerabilities during task transmission are underexplored,and privacy considerations for sensitive data remain insufficiently integrated into existing frameworks.Task caching strategies and fault tolerance mechanisms require further investigation in highly dynamic environments.The ability of existing approaches to handle large-scale deployments and complex edge-cloud collaborative scenarios has not been thoroughly validated.This review synthesizes current progress while identifying fundamental challenges that must be resolved for practical deployment in time-sensitive applications spanning smart manufacturing,autonomous systems,and healthcare monitoring.Future work should prioritize robust security integration,efficient load distribution,and scalability across heterogeneous edge infrastructures.
基金supported by Xiong’an New Area Science and Technology Innovation Special Project(Research on Multi granularity Traffic System Simulation and Collaborative Control Technology for Narrow Road and Dense Network in Xiong’an New Area)No.2022XAGG0126funded by the science and technology project of SGCC(State Grid Corporation of China):Research on Key Technologies and Applications of Intelligent Edge Computing for Transmission Line Defect Sensing(5700-202318309A-1-1-ZN)。
摘要Unmanned Aerial Vehicles(UAVs)are increasingly deployed across military and civilian domains due to their operational flexibility,low maintenance costs,and high mobility.With the growing complexity of UAV applications and tasks,robust support from computing power networks is essential.These networks,acting as resource integration paradigms,furnish UAVs with pooled resources to tackle extensive computational demands.In this paper,we develop a framework for trading computing power resources,modeling the transaction process through a three-stage Stackelberg game to facilitate sequential decision-making.We theoretically demonstrate the existence of a Nash equilibrium and introduce a Dynamic Game Reinforcement algorithm to identify optimal strategies.Our experimental results affirm the framework's efficacy and the superior performance of our algorithm.Additionally,we explore how variables like UAV quantity and network congestion influence the market dynamics of the computing power network.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(92573205,62235011,62505309,62535015)the Beijing Nova Program(20230484321)+2 种基金the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(4254116)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2025M77082,2025T180231)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF(GZC20250559).
摘要Integrated silicon photonics has emerged as a transformative technology for post-Moore’s law computing,offering intrinsic advantages of high bandwidth,ultralow latency and low energy consumption that far exceed traditional electronic computing architectures[1−4].As artificial intelligence(AI)models continue to grow in complexity and scale,the demand for high-speed,energy-efficient computing has spurred intensive research into photonic computing as a promising alternative to electronic accelerators[5−7].Matrix multiply−accumulate(MAC)operations,the core of deep learning and combinatorial optimization algorithms,are particularly amenable to photonic implementation,as light enables parallel multiplication and accumulation with minimal data movement[8,9].However,the practical application of photonic computing has long been hindered by critical challenges including large-scale integration of photonic components,electro-optical co-packaging,guaranteed computation accuracy of analog photonic systems,and compatibility with mainstream AI models and algorithms[10,11].
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China under Grant 2022YFB3608300in part by the National Nature Science Foundation of China(NSFC)under Grants 62404050,U2341218,62574056,62204052。
摘要Organic electrochemical transistor(OECT)devices demonstrate great promising potential for reservoir computing(RC)systems,but their lack of tunable dynamic characteristics limits their application in multi-temporal scale tasks.In this study,we report an OECT-based neuromorphic device with tunable relaxation time(τ)by introducing an additional vertical back-gate electrode into a planar structure.The dual-gate design enablesτreconfiguration from 93 to 541 ms.The tunable relaxation behaviors can be attributed to the combined effects of planar-gate induced electrochemical doping and back-gateinduced electrostatic coupling,as verified by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy analysis.Furthermore,we used theτ-tunable OECT devices as physical reservoirs in the RC system for intelligent driving trajectory prediction,achieving a significant improvement in prediction accuracy from below 69%to 99%.The results demonstrate that theτ-tunable OECT shows a promising candidate for multi-temporal scale neuromorphic computing applications.
摘要The accelerating convergence of intelligent networking paradigms,data-driven modeling,and cyberphysical integration is reshaping the foundations of modern engineering systems.Within this context,this Special Issue of Computer Modeling in Engineering&Sciences(CMES)is devoted to recent advances in next-generation intelligent networks and systems,with a particular emphasis on the synergistic roles of the Internet of Things(IoT),edge computing,and secure cyber-physical applications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12032008,12102080,and 52378484)the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2020YFB1709401).
摘要Quantum computing,leveraging the properties of quantum physics such as quantum superposition and entanglement,possesses the potential for exponential acceleration compared to classical computing.It can significantly enhance solution efficiency in topology optimization and effectively avoid the entrapment in local optima.This paper proposes a hybrid classical-quantum computing framework to solve the stress-constrained topology optimization problem for truss structures.Initially,structural analyses are performed on a classical computer to determine the stresses of truss members.Then,the optimization problem is formulated through incremental updates of member cross-sectional areas to make it compatible with a quantum annealer.The update strategy consists of a directional-control function and a magnitude-control function.By embedding stress constraints directly into the directional-control function,the original optimization problem is reformulated as a quadratic unconstrained binary optimization model suitable for quantum annealing.To realize a balance between solution accuracy and iteration efficiency,a dynamic strategy for adjusting the magnitude of area increments is proposed.Thus,the quantum annealer can effectively achieve the optimal solutions.When only the access time of the quantum processing unit is considered,the results from 2D and 3D examples of truss topology optimization validate the effectiveness of the proposed framework,and demonstrate the great potential of quantum computing in structural optimization.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Project from the Minister of Science and Technology(2024YFA1211500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.62304130,62405158 and 62574123)+1 种基金the Shanghai youth science and technology star project(24QA2702800)Shanghai Key Laboratory of Chips and Systems for Intelligent Connected Vehicle。
摘要Memristors have emerged as a transformative technology in the realm of electronic devices,offering unique advantages such as fast switching speeds,low power consumption,and the ability to sensor-memory-compute.The applications span across non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,hardware security,and beyond,prompting memristors to become a versatile solution for next-generation computing and data storage systems.Despite enormous potential of memristors,the transition from laboratory prototypes to large-scale applications is challenging in terms of material stability,device reproducibility,and array scalability.This review systematically explores recent advancements in high-performance memristor technologies,focusing on performance enhancement strategies through material engineering,structural design,pulse protocol optimization,and algorithm control.We provide an in-depth analysis of key performance metrics tailored to specific applications,including non-volatile memory,neuromorphic computing,and hardware security.Furthermore,we propose a co-design framework that integrates device-level optimizations with operational-level improvements,aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical models and practical implementations.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China[Grant No.6250030237]the Shanghai Natural Science Foundation[Grant No.25ZR1402023]Shanghai Research Center for Silicon Carbide Power Devices Engineering&Technology Project[Grant No.19DZ2253400]。
摘要The rapid growth of artificial intelligence,ubiquitous sensing,and edge computing is exposing fundamental limitations of conventional von Neumann architectures,in which the physical separation of sensing,memory,and computation leads to excessive data movement,high energy consumption,and latency.As transistor scaling slows in the post-Moore era,architectural innovation has become essential to sustain progress in intelligent systems.In-sensor-memory computing(ISMC)addresses these challenges by co-locating perception,storage,and computation within unified device and system architectures,enabling in situ signal processing,mixed-signal computation,and event-driven intelligence at the data source.Recent advances in memristive and ferroelectric devices,low-dimensional and multifunctional materials,three-dimensional heterogeneous integration,and neuromorphic architectures have significantly expanded the functional scope of ISMC platforms.In parallel,the co-evolution of algorithms—including spiking neural networks,reservoir computing,and neuromorphic compilers—has facilitated the translation of device-level advantages into system-level performance.This perspective surveys the technological foundations,architectural trends,and emerging applications of ISMC,examines global industry-academia-research(IAR)collaboration,and outlines key challenges related to variability,reliability,scalability,and benchmarking.Collectively,ISMC is positioned as a post-von Neumann hardware paradigm for energy-efficient,distributed intelligence.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.12474101)support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.52272202 and W2421027)support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.52501307)。
摘要New electronic devices based on the physical properties of electrically driven skyrmions are promising for logic computing and nonvolatile memory applications.However,achieving efficient and practical compute-storage integration remains challenging owing to the structural complexity,limited functionality,and low flexibility observed in most skyrmion-based devices.In this study,we designed a novel device architecture that integrates seven basic logic gates into a unified physical structure.Their operation can be enabled by physical mechanisms,such as spin-orbit torque,spin-transfer torque,skyrmion-edge repulsions,and skyrmion-skyrmion interactions.Furthermore,by incorporating voltage-controlled magnetic anisotropy,the device achieved multi-input capability and reconfigurability functionality.Ultralow power consumption(<1 fJ/bit per logic function)and extremely high logic density were achieved.Significantly,the compatibility of this nanotrack design with existing skyrmion racetrack memory paves the way for advanced in-memory computing in spintronic architectures.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grants No.92364204 and 62204219)the open research fund of Suzhou Laboratory(Grants No.SZLAB-1208-2024-TS012)+1 种基金Major Program of Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(Grants No.LDT23F0401)Zhejiang Province Introduces and Cultivates Leading Innovation and Entrepreneurship Teams(Grants No.2023R01011)。
摘要The deceleration of Moore's law and the energy–latency drawbacks of the von Neumann bottleneck have heightened the pursuit for beyond-CMOS designs that integrate memory and compute.Self-rectifying memristors(SRMs)have emerged as promising building blocks for high-performance,low-power systems by combining resistive switching with intrinsic diode-like behavior.Their unidirectional conduction inhibits sneak-path currents in crossbar arrays devoid of external selectors,while nonlinear I–V characteristics,adjustable conductance states,low operating voltages,and rapid switching facilitate efficient vector–matrix operations,neuromorphic plasticity,and hardware security primitives.This review synthesizes the working mechanisms of SRMs,surveys material,and structural strategies and compares device metrics relevant to array-scale deployment(rectification ratio,nonlinearity,endurance,retention,variability,and operating voltage).We assess SRM-enabled in-memory computing and neuromorphic applications,as well as security functions such as physical unclonable functions and reconfigurable cryptographic primitives.Integration pathways toward CMOS compatibility are analyzed,including back-end-of-line thermal budgets,uniformity,write disturb mitigation,and reliability.Finally,we outline key challenges and opportunities:materials/architecture co-design,precision analog training,stochasticity control/exploitation,3D stacking,and standardized benchmarking that can accelerate large-scale SRM adoption.Through the use of specialized materials and structural optimization,SRMs are set to provide selector-free,densely integrated,and energy-efficient hardware for future information processing.
基金supported and funded by theDeanship of Scientific Research at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University(IMSIU)(grant number IMSIU-DDRSP2503).
摘要In recent years,fog computing has become an important environment for dealing with the Internet of Things.Fog computing was developed to handle large-scale big data by scheduling tasks via cloud computing.Task scheduling is crucial for efficiently handling IoT user requests,thereby improving system performance,cost,and energy consumption across nodes in cloud computing.With the large amount of data and user requests,achieving the optimal solution to the task scheduling problem is challenging,particularly in terms of cost and energy efficiency.In this paper,we develop novel strategies to save energy consumption across nodes in fog computing when users execute tasks through the least-cost paths.Task scheduling is developed using modified artificial ecosystem optimization(AEO),combined with negative swarm operators,Salp Swarm Algorithm(SSA),in order to competitively optimize their capabilities during the exploitation phase of the optimal search process.In addition,the proposed strategy,Enhancement Artificial Ecosystem Optimization Salp Swarm Algorithm(EAEOSSA),attempts to find the most suitable solution.The optimization that combines cost and energy for multi-objective task scheduling optimization problems.The backpack problem is also added to improve both cost and energy in the iFogSim implementation as well.A comparison was made between the proposed strategy and other strategies in terms of time,cost,energy,and productivity.Experimental results showed that the proposed strategy improved energy consumption,cost,and time over other algorithms.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed algorithm increases the average cost,average energy consumption,and mean service time in most scenarios,with average reductions of up to 21.15%in cost and 25.8%in energy consumption.
基金funded by the State Grid Corporation Science and Technology Project“Research and Application of Key Technologies for Integrated Sensing and Computing for Intelligent Operation of Power Grid”(Grant No.5700-202318596A-3-2-ZN).
摘要With the rapid development of power Internet of Things(IoT)scenarios such as smart factories and smart homes,numerous intelligent terminal devices and real-time interactive applications impose higher demands on computing latency and resource supply efficiency.Multi-access edge computing technology deploys cloud computing capabilities at the network edge;constructs distributed computing nodes and multi-access systems and offers infrastructure support for services with low latency and high reliability.Existing research relies on a strong assumption that the environmental state is fully observable and fails to thoroughly consider the continuous time-varying features of edge server load fluctuations,leading to insufficient adaptability of the model in a heterogeneous dynamic environment.Thus,this paper establishes a framework for end-edge collaborative task offloading based on a partially observable Markov decision-making process(POMDP)and proposes a method for end-edge collaborative task offloading in heterogeneous scenarios.It achieves time-series modeling of the historical load characteristics of edge servers and endows the agent with the ability to be aware of the load in dynamic environmental states.Moreover,by dynamically assessing the exploration value of historical trajectories in the central trajectory pool and adjusting the sample weight distribution,directional exploration and strategy optimization of high-value trajectories are realized.Experimental results indicate that the proposed method exhibits distinct advantages compared with existing methods in terms of average delay and task failure rate and also verifies the method’s robustness in a dynamic environment.
摘要The increasing popularity of quantum computing has resulted in a considerable rise in demand for cloud quantum computing usage in recent years.Nevertheless,the rapid surge in demand for cloud-based quantum computing resources has led to a scarcity.In order to meet the needs of an increasing number of researchers,it is imperative to facilitate efficient and flexible access to computing resources in a cloud environment.In this paper,we propose a novel quantum computing paradigm,Virtual QPU(VQPU),which addresses this issue and enhances quantum cloud throughput with guaranteed circuit fidelity.The proposal introduces three innovative concepts:(1)The integration of virtualization technology into the field of quantum computing to enhance quantum cloud throughput.(2)The introduction of an asynchronous execution of circuits methodology to improve quantum computing flexibility.(3)The development of a virtual QPU allocation scheme for quantum tasks in a cloud environment to improve circuit fidelity.The concepts have been validated through the utilization of a self-built simulated quantum cloud platform.
基金supported by Key Technology Breakthrough,Standardization and Product Development for 5G-A Networks and Terminals of China Mobile(R261106Y)the Foundation of NationalKey Laboratory of Human Factors Engineering,Grant No.HFNKL2024W05+5 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.NSFC 62227801,62595731,62595733,62595735,and T219293X)the New Cornerstone Science Foundation through the XPLORER PRIZE,the“Tianchi Yingcai”Introduction Programthe Basic Research Project of Autonomous Region Universities(XJEDU2025J001)the Open Research Fund Program of Beijing National Research Center for Information Science and TechnologyKey Research and Development Project of the Autonomous Region(2024B03028)the Program of Jiangsu Province under Grant No.NTACT-2024-Z-001.
摘要To address the critical challenges of nonuniform resource sensing and high dynamism within terminal-side computing power networks,this paper proposes a novel and efficient hierarchical resource scheduling mechanism.Firstly,architect a collaborative network architecture integrating a terminal layer and a cloud layer.Subsequently,a multi-dimensional model for computing power sensing and standardized measurement is established.Furthermore,investigate a hierarchical scheduling mechanism based on federated learning,which facilitates the effective management and intelligent scheduling of heterogeneous,dynamic resources.Experimental results demonstrate that this mechanism significantly reduces service latency in near-field computing,terminal-cloud collaboration,and ubiquitous computing scenarios.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2024YFA1409300)National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(Grants No.62235012,No.12304342,No.12574549,No.12574542)+4 种基金Quantum Science and Technology-National Science and Technology Major Project(Grants No.2021ZD0301500,and No.2021ZD0300700)Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(STCSM)(Grants No.2019SHZDZX01,No.24ZR1438700,No.24ZR1430700 and No.24LZ1401500)Startup Fund for Young Faculty at SJTU(SFYF at SJTU)(Grants No.24X010502876 and No.24X010500170)Frontier Technologies R&D Program of Jiangsu(Grant No.SBF20250000094)support from a Shanghai talent program and support from Zhiyuan Innovative Research Center of Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
摘要In-memory computing,which enables computation directly within memory,represents an efficient approach to processing massively parallel computation tasks that are intractable for conventional computers.However,implementations of in-memory computing have been primarily limited to the classical regime,with its nonclassical counterpart yet to be fully explored.Quantum memory,with its unique capability to generate,preserve,and nontrivially operate on quantum states,offers spectacular quantum-enhanced advantages and is thus a promising candidate for in-memory computing.Here,leveraging a room-temperature quantum memory,we demonstrate a quantum-enhanced and reconfigurable in-memory stochastic computing system,where correlated photons,randomly produced in the quantum memory,serve as the computing resources.We show that addition and multiplication operations can be straightforwardly achieved by accumulating photon counts,and multiple computing tasks can be accelerated by mapping them into parallel accumulations of photon counts.Furthermore,the calculation results are obtained through stochastic processes,ensuring security in remote computation since no efficient information can be distinguished by eavesdropping on a small portion of the computation data.This in-memory computing system is enhanced by nonclassical correlations,which accelerate computing process and may stimulate future research and applications in the emerging field of quantum-enhanced computing architectures.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China(62274174)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2020YFA0714700)+2 种基金Basic Research Program of Jiangsu(BK20232009)a fellowship from the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2023M742559)the Cooperation Project of Vacuum Interconnect Research Facility(NANO-X)of Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech and Nano-Bionics,Chinese Academy of Sciences(F2208)。
摘要The development of bio-inspired neural systems has emerged as a transformative approach to overcome the limitations of von Neumann architecture,replicating the remarkable energy efficiency and unified sensory-processing capabilities of biological neurons.In this work,we present a monolithic neuromorphic platform utilizing cascaded single-walled carbon nanotube thin-film transistors(SWCNT TFTs)that integrate Mini-light-emitting diodes(Mini-LEDs)with optoelectronic synaptic transistors,achieving synergistic optoelectronic integration.The SWCNT TFTs exhibit dual functionality:(1)as highly stable active-matrix drivers(>1000 operational cycles)enabling precise Mini-LED grayscale modulation,and(2)as efficient optoelectronic synaptic devices.Fabricated at wafer-scale with micrometer feature sizes,these devices demonstrate exceptional performance metrics,including low operating voltages(±1 V),high on/off ratios(106),near-ideal subthreshold swing(78 mV·dec-1),and precise Mini-LED current regulation(10-8A-10-4A)under 25 Hz pulsed gate operation.The optoelectronic synaptic devices based on organic-semiconductor heterojunction formed between poly(3,3”’-didodecyl quaterthiophene)(PQT-12)and semiconducting SWCNTs enable broadband photoresponses(365 nm-710 nm)through efficient charge transport,driven by TFT-controlled Mini-LED pulses.The implemented bio-inspired visual system successfully emulates fundamental synaptic functionalities,exhibiting excitatory postsynaptic currents(EPSC),short-term potentiation(STP),and long-term potentiation(LTP).Notably,we demonstrate system-level functionality through a five-layer convolutional neural network,achieving 92.02%accuracy on MNIST classification,while the monolithic integration establishes a biomimetic closed-loop“electrical-optical-electrical”pathway that faithfully simulates complete biological synaptic operation.This pioneering cascade of electronic,photonic,and optoelectronic components represents a significant advancement toward high-density,energy-efficient neuromorphic computing.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U24A6002,52471253,12404091,and 52501251)Central Government's Special Fund for Local Science and Technology Development(Grant No.YDZJSX2024D058)+5 种基金Open Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Spintronics Devices and Technologies(Grant No.SPL2409)Fund Program for the Scientific Activities of Selected Returned Overseas Professionals in Shanxi Province(Grant No.20240019)Research Project Supported by Shanxi Scholarship Council of China(Grant No.2025-143)Basic Research Plan of Shanxi Province(Grant Nos.202403021212016 and 202403021222252)Shanxi Province Postgraduate Education Innovation Plan(Grant No.2025XS358)Open Project Program of Shanxi Key Laboratory of Advanced Semiconductor Optoelectronic Devices and Integrated Systems(Grant No.2025SZKF10).
摘要Spin-orbit torque(SOT)provides an efficient electrical pathway for encoding spin states and underpins emerging,ultrafast,and nonvolatile spintronic memories and logic devices.Reducing the switching current density and power consumption remains a central challenge for practical applications.Here,we demonstrate that a light metal,vanadium(V),can serve as an efficient orbital-current source to substantially enhance SOT efficiency.In V/Pt/CoFeB heterostructures,orbital currents generated in V are effectively converted into spin currents by the spin-orbit-active Pt layer,giving rise to enhanced torques acting on the perpendicularly magnetized CoFeB layer.As a result,the critical switching current density and power are reduced by 54%and 27%,respectively,compared with conventional spin current-dominated Pt/CoFeB structures.Moreover,V/Pt/CoFeB-based devices further enable neuromorphic computing functionalities,achieving a handwritten digit recognition accuracy of 89%.These results highlight orbital-current engineering as a viable strategy for realizing low-power SOT devices and advancing spintronic hardware for neuromorphic computing.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52202156 and 52303306)the support from Anhui Project(Grant No.Z010118169)+3 种基金The University Synergy Innovation Program of Anhui Province(Grant No.GXXT-2022-012)Key Natural Science Research Projects in Colleges and Universities in Anhui Province(Grant No.KJ2021A1088)Scientific Research Project of Colleges and Universities in Anhui Province(Grant No.2022AH050113)Postdoctoral Daily Public Start-Up Funds of Anhui University(Grant No.S202418001/069)。
摘要The edge deployment of artificial intelligence has driven the exploitation of compact,energy-efficient information processing systems that integrate sensing,memory,and multi-task processing functions.However,conventional vision systems suffer from significant energyime overhead,extra hardware costs,and an unaffordable algorithm.Herein,we demonstrate an in-sensor computing system employing reconfigurable optoelectronic transistors(ROETs)for multi-task learning.These transistors exhibit reconfigurable volatile and nonvolatile characteristics under both optical and electrical stimuli.Capitalizing on this reconfigurability,we establish an in-sensor reservoir computing(RC)system operating in multi-signal modes:volatile dynamics function as the reservoir,whereas nonvolatile properties configure the readout layer.The abundant optoelectronic reservoir states display exceptional feature separability and prolonged stability in the ambient atmosphere.Such a reliable RC system successfully achieves multi-task processing of images.Notably,under the optoelectronic coordination mode,it effectively alleviates feature degradation while sustaining consistently high recognition accuracy.Furthermore,the system exhibits remarkable dynamic information processing capabilities,achieving recognition accuracies of 89.02%for dynamic gestures and 96.04%for moving vehicles recognition,respectively.Supplemental functionalities,including light adaptation and image sharpening,are also implemented.This work presents a configurable multimodal platform featuring a flexible in-sensor reservoir computing architecture,providing a potential solution for efficient multi-task processing.
基金supported by the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.LZ24E020001)。
摘要The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence has led to significant challenges in energy consumption and computational efficiency.To address these issues,the exploration and development of all-optical controlled(AOC)synaptic devices represents a promising leap forward in neuromorphic computing,offering potential solutions to the inherent limitations of traditional von Neumann architectures.AOC synaptic devices,utilizing exclusively optical signals to emulate bidirectional modulation of synaptic weights,bypass the complexity and additional energy costs associated with conventional electrical or electro-optical hybrid signals.This review articulates the underlying framework and fundamental motivations for studying AOC synapses,while systematically reviewing current research progress.We particularly highlight the synergistic relationships among physical mechanisms,material behaviors,and device architectures,as well as neuromorphic computing based on optical writing and optical erasing of information.By systematically interpreting these multidimensional correlations,we propose scalable and reproducible strategies for device design.This work will certainly herald a substantial direction of AOC synapses,providing an ideal platform for exploring neuromorphic computing for artificial intelligence.