solid state

• Qualifie un composant ou dispositif électronique qui fonctionne grâce à des matériaux semi-conducteurs (comme le silicium) plutôt qu'à des pièces mécaniques mobiles ou des tubes à vide, notamment pour les disques de stockage, les relais ou les circuits.

A term describing electronic components or devices that rely on semiconductor materials (such as silicon) rather than moving parts or vacuum tubes, often used in reference to storage drives, relays, or circuits.

1. Physics and ChemistryB2formal

   Relating to the state of matter characterized by rigidity and a fixed shape, as opposed to liquid or gas.

   état solide

   • Water in its solid state is ice.
   • Solid state physics studies the properties of rigid materials.
   • The transition from liquid to solid state occurs at the freezing point.

2. ElectronicsB2formal

   Relating to electronic components that use semiconductors (e.g., transistors) instead of moving parts or vacuum tubes.

   état solide (électronique)

   • Solid state drives (SSDs) are faster and more durable than traditional hard drives.
   • Modern computers use solid state memory for storage.
   • The amplifier uses solid state technology for better sound quality.