Synapse analog circuit

For implementing slow neuronal dynamics.

Neural network models

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The analog of a synapse in VLSI is that of a multiplier, the Gilbert multiplier

Pulse based neural network synapses

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In a pulse based network, the weighted contribution of a synapse can be implemented using a single transistor.

  • Pfet for excitatory synapse
  • Nfet for inhibitory synapse
  • The weight can be set by changing $Wi$ the biais voltage or $\Delta t$.

Exponentially decaying integrator circuit

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The diff. pair integrator circuit

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