Microcontroller
Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪˌkɹoʊˈkəntɹoʊɫɝ/
Microcontroller (noun)
- A small computer on one chip that controls a device by reading inputs and sending outputs.
- A chip used inside machines to run programmed tasks, often with limited memory and power.
Examples
- The microcontroller controls the motor in the small machine.
- A microcontroller reads sensor data and sends commands.