bistable relay
- noun
- /ˈbɪˌsteɪbəl rɪˈleɪ/
- Specialized
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relé bistable
- The circuit uses a bistable relay to remember its last state even when the power is cut.
Examples
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Technicians prefer bistable relays in alarm systems due to their reliability and low energy usage.
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A bistable relay is ideal for applications where power consumption must be minimized.
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The bistable relay is essential for energy-efficient circuits.
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Can you explain how a bistable relay works?
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A bistable relay can hold its state even when power is lost, making it suitable for various electronic devices.
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In automated lighting systems, a bistable relay switches the lights on and off while conserving energy.
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The engineer designed a circuit that features a bistable relay to efficiently control the device's operation.
Synonyms
A small electric switch that changes when you press a button and stays that way until pressed again
A device that stays on or off after being switched, even when control power is removed
An electrical switch that stays in its last on or off position without power
An electrical switch that stays in the same position when power is removed
A device that can stay in two stable states and hold one piece of information
Surface Forms
Morphology
The phrase is a straightforward adjective+noun composition: 'bistable' (capable of two stable configurations) modifies 'relay' (a switch), so a learner who knows both parts can infer it is a relay that has two stable states. Although the term is technical, the morphological cues (bi- + stable) and the standard compound noun pattern make the overall meaning predictable for a learner familiar with the constituents.
Etymology
The noun bistable relay comes from bi- meaning 'two' and stable meaning 'stays', and it names a special relay that stays in one of two positions without power. A short electric pulse flips it to the other position, so it 'remembers' its last state even when the power is off.
