monolithic technology

[/ˌmɒnəˈlɪθɪk tekˈnɒlədʒi/]
nounpl: monolithic technologies
tecnologia monolítica
1. An integrated circuit or electronic system manufactured as a single, unified structure where all components are fabricated on a single substrate, typically silicon
Monolithic technology revolutionized computing by integrating thousands of transistors on a single chip.
A tecnologia monolítica revolucionou a computação ao integrar milhares de transistores em um único chip.
2. A manufacturing approach where complex systems are built as one continuous, indivisible unit rather than as separate modular components
The processor uses monolithic technology, which reduces manufacturing costs and increases reliability.
O processador utiliza tecnologia monolítica, o que reduz custos de fabricação e aumenta a confiabilidade.
Monolithic technology is a foundational concept in electronics and semiconductor engineering, widely discussed in both American and Brazilian academic and industrial contexts. The term is used identically in English and Portuguese technical communities, reflecting the global nature of the semiconductor industry.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
integrated circuit technologymonolithic ICsolid-state technologysemiconductor integration
Antonyms / Antônimos
discrete component technologymodular technologyhybrid technology

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tecnologia monolítica
Standard term used in technical and academic contexts
São Paulo
tecnologia monolítica
Commonly used in technology hubs and IT industry
Portugal
tecnologia monolítica
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
Technical Communities
circuito integrado monolítico
More specific technical designation

Related Words

semiconductorintegrated circuitsilicon chipmicroelectronicsfabrication processphotolithographyVLSI (Very Large Scale Integration)

Related Idioms & Phrases

monolithic design approach
monolithic integration
move to monolithic technology
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