timer circuit
/ˈtaɪmər ˈsɜːrkɪt/ · tim·er cir·cuit
noun
- A circuit that includes a timer, used to measure and control time-dependent processes in electronic systems. The engineer designed a timer circuit to regulate the timing of the robotic arm's movements.
noun
- A set of components that work together to create a timer function in an electronic system. The timer circuit consisted of a capacitor, a resistor, and a microcontroller.
noun
- A type of electronic circuit that uses a timer to control the flow of current or the operation of a device. The timer circuit was used to regulate the speed of the motor in the industrial conveyor belt.
Did you know? Timer circuits are used in a wide range of applications, from simple household appliances to complex industrial control systems.