New 2D memory device stores data on a single electron.
Researchers in China created a 2D flash memory chip that traps one electron at room temperature.
Key points
From Live Science’s report- Researchers in China created a 2D flash memory chip using one electron.
- The device traps a solitary electron at room temperature.
- Published July 16 in Science detailing the study.
- The technology aims to reduce energy needed for data processing.
- Potential implications for more energy-efficient smartphone storage.
Why it matters. The technology aims to reduce data-processing energy and could improve smartphone storage efficiency.
What to watch. The July 16 Science study leaves practical smartphone storage applications to be assessed.
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Ranked 8th of 10.
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