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microdrive

microdrive

8.0
A small machine part that makes very small controlled movements in devices
  • noun
  • /ˈmaɪkroʊˌdraɪv/
  • Specialized
translation icon : microdrive
  • The technician installed a microdrive to enable precise adjustments in the medical instrument.

Examples

  • A faulty microdrive can cause the entire system to malfunction in delicate machinery.

  • Advances in robotics have made the microdrive an essential component for miniature devices.

  • The microdrive operates quietly and efficiently.

  • Can you explain how a microdrive works?

  • The technician installed a microdrive to enable precise adjustments in the medical instrument.

  • Advances in robotics have made the microdrive an essential component for miniature devices.

  • A faulty microdrive can cause the entire system to malfunction in delicate machinery.

Synonyms

micromanipulator
vsmicrodrive
  • Specialized
8.8

A tool for moving tiny things carefully under a microscope

is a small actuator made to produce controlled movement in miniature instruments

How Small

microdrive
  • Specialized
8.0
actuator
  • Specialized
5 7.4
linear meter
  • Specialized
6.8

Surface Forms

microdrive singular
microdrives plural

Morphology

microdrive = drive (transparent) = micro + drive

The meaning is directly compositional: a micro- sized device that drives or controls movement.

Etymology

Microdrive combines micro- meaning 'small' and drive meaning 'to move', so it names a tiny mechanical part that makes controlled movements in small machines such as medical instruments or robots.