microelectronics

[/ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.ɪ.lekˈtrɑː.nɪks/]
nounfemininepl: microelectronics
microeletrônica
1. The branch of electronics that deals with the design, manufacture, and use of very small electronic circuits and devices, typically involving integrated circuits and semiconductor technology
Microelectronics has revolutionized the way we design smartphones and computers.
A microeletrônica revolucionou a forma como projetamos smartphones e computadores.
2. The technology and industry focused on miniaturization of electronic components and circuits
Advances in microelectronics have made it possible to create smaller and more powerful devices.
Os avanços em microeletrônica tornaram possível criar dispositivos menores e mais poderosos.
3. The field of study concerned with the physics and engineering of integrated circuits at microscopic scales
She specialized in microelectronics during her doctoral research.
Ela se especializou em microeletrônica durante sua pesquisa de doutorado.
Microelectronics is a critical field in both Brazilian and American technology sectors. Brazil has significant investments in semiconductor research and manufacturing, particularly through institutions like UNICAMP and UFRJ. The term is used professionally in both countries within academic, industrial, and research contexts, reflecting the global importance of this technology in modern computing and telecommunications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
integrated circuit technologysemiconductor electronicsminiaturized electronics
Antonyms / Antônimos
macroelectronicsdiscrete electronics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
microeletrônica
Standard term used in academic and industrial contexts
São Paulo
microeletrônica
Primary usage in technology sector and universities
Portugal
microelectrónica
European Portuguese spelling with accent on 'o'
USA/General English
microelectronics
Standard term in engineering and technology fields

Related Words

semiconductorintegrated circuittransistornanotechnologychipsiliconfabrication

Related Idioms & Phrases

the microelectronics revolution
microelectronics industry
advances in microelectronics
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