New zinc oxide-tellurium transistor replaces 75% of semiconductor components

Ana Mercadox

Published Jun 6, 2026, 12:11 AM UTC

Source: EngineeringSource

- New zinc oxide-tellurium transistors slash component counts by 75%! POSTECH’s breakthrough enables single-device AI processing, boosting speed fourfold. This low-temp, multi-function tech is a game-changer for compact, energy-efficient robotics and dense 3D chip packaging. Smaller gadgets, smarter automation—welcome to the future of hardware!