microsystems
Aussprache: [ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌsɪs.təmz]
Kontext: „technology“
(noun) small systems that are made up of tiny components. These systems can include things like small machines or devices that work together. Imagine a set of tiny parts working together to do a job, like how a small robot might have many little pieces inside it.
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The latest smartphones use advanced microsystems to perform many tasks efficiently.
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Old phones do not have complex microsystems and cannot run the latest apps.
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What types of microsystems are used in everyday technology?
Kontext: „science“
(noun) small biological systems, like cells or tiny organisms, that interact with each other. Think of how small living parts in your body work together to keep you healthy.
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Scientists study microsystems to understand how cells communicate with each other.
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Not all small systems in nature are considered microsystems; larger ones, like ecosystems, are different.
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How do microsystems in biology help scientists learn about life?
Kontext: „engineering“
(noun) tiny engineering systems that include multiple integrated circuits or components on a smaller scale. This means engineers design really small devices that can do complex tasks just like larger devices.
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Microelectronics is a field dedicated to creating powerful microsystems for various applications.
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Traditional engineering solutions can’t compete with the efficiency of microsystems in many cases.
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What challenges do engineers face when developing new microsystems?