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interposer

interposer

8.9
A small device put between two parts to connect them
  • noun
  • /ˈɪntərˌpoʊzər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : interconector
  • The technician used an interposer to connect the two circuit boards during the repair.

Examples

  • 8GB of RAM won't be so much of a pricing problem if it's flash connected on an interposer.

    Blog text (10)

  • The interposers facilitate lateral transport of dissipated heat to the package periphery.

    Academic text (2011)

  • Each interposer in the system helps manage the flow of information between the main components.

  • They inserted an interposer to enhance communication between the sensors and the control unit.

Synonyms

connector
vsinterposer
  • Specialized
37 3.7

A part that joins two cables so they can carry power or signals

is placed between parts and can also separate or enable communication
coupling
vsinterposer
  • Specialized
25 5.3

A device that connects two machine parts so they move together

is used between parts to join, separate, or allow communication, not just motion
coupler
vsinterposer
  • Specialized
7 6.3

A device that connects the ends of two things, like train cars or pipes

is placed between parts and can also separate or enable communication, not only join ends
intermodule
vsinterposer
  • Specialized
8.8

A part that connects two or more modules in a system

is placed between various parts, not only modules, and can also separate or enable communication
engager
vsinterposer
  • Specialized
8.8

A moving part that connects to another part to make a machine work

is placed between parts and functions without active locking, serving broader connection or separation

Surface Forms

interposer singular
interposers plural

Morphology

interposer = interpose (transparent) = inter + pose + er

Clear agentive formation from the verb 'interpose' (to place between); a device that interposes is directly named.

Etymology

Interposer comes from the parts inter- 'between' and pose 'to place', the same root you see in position. So an interposer is something 'placed between' two parts, which makes sense for a device put between circuit boards to help connect or separate them.