Tunable Linear Weight Modulation via Ion Dynamics in Electrolyte‐Gated Synaptic Transistors: Molecular Dynamics and Experimental Insights into Ion Concentration Effects

Abstract Electrolyte‐gated transistors (EGTs) are promising candidates for low‐power and energy‐efficient artificial synapses utilizing rapid ion‐mediated electrostatic and electrochemical reactions. However, the correlation between sub‐nanosecond ion transport and linear conductance modulation remains elusive when analyzed solely by macroscopic electrical characterization. Here, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations are integrated with experiments using Li‐EGTs at different ion concentrations. MD simulations quantify Li⁺ displacement, coordination environments, and ionic conductivity in poly(ethylene oxide) electrolytes, revealing suppressed Li⁺ diffusivity and reorganization of the ethylene oxide (EO) solvation structure at an [EO]:[Li⁺] ratio of 8:1. EGTs are fabricated with different EO ratios to investigate the transition regime. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, optical microsc…