microcontroller
A microcomputer on a single chip, used to control some device such as an automobile engine or a toy.
Noun
- A microcomputer on a single chip, used to control some device such as an automobile engine or a toy.
- The microcontroller is a mini computer which can be programmed to perform different tasks, including monitoring things and making things happen. It is pre-programmed for use with the games projects. See project 17 for...
Origin
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *mey-der.? Ancient Greek μικρός (mikrós)der. English micro- English controller English microcontroller From micro- + controller.