A CMOS Integrated Low-Power, Ultra-Low-Frequency Relaxation Oscillator for Neuromorphic Applications

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Contributors

  • Xiaoyan Cheng - , Kiel University (Author)
  • Tom Birkoben - , Kiel University (Author)
  • Hermann Kohlstedt - , Kiel University (Author)
  • Andreas Bahr - , Kiel University (Author)

Abstract

In the emulation of dynamic activities of neurons, relaxation oscillator plays a decisive role in the form of frequency coding and frequency synchronization. This paper presents a programmable ultra-low-frequency relaxation oscillator for neuromorphic network applications. The oscillator adopts a 250 pA charging current to achieve ultra-low oscillation frequency and utilizes a subthreshold-region current mirror to realize negative differential resistance. The frequency of the proposed oscillator is configurable from 3.15 Hz to 81.30 Hz. The power consumption of a single oscillator is 24 nW with an area occupation of 0.05546 mm2. The design is fabricated in 130 nm CMOS technology with 3.3 V supply voltage. The functionality of the proposed design is proven with measurements.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2021 IEEE International Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems (MWSCAS)
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages170-174
Number of pages5
ISBN (electronic)978-1-6654-2461-5
ISBN (print)978-1-6654-2462-2
Publication statusPublished - 9 Aug 2021
Peer-reviewedYes
Externally publishedYes

Conference

Title64th IEEE International Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems
Abbreviated titleMWSCAS 2021
Conference number64
Duration9 - 11 August 2021
LocationOnline
CityEast Lansing
CountryUnited States of America

External IDs

Scopus 85115649495
ORCID /0000-0001-8012-6794/work/184006570

Keywords

Keywords

  • Current mirrors, Emulation, MOSFET, Neuromorphics, Neurons, Power demand, Resistance, low power, memristive device, neuromorphic application, relaxation oscillator, ultra low frequency