latch up

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Definition of latch up in English English dictionary

(Elektrik, Elektronik) See: latchup

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latchup

Latchup is a term used in the realm of integrated circuits (ICs) to describe a particular type of short circuit which can occur in an improperly designed circuit. More specifically it is the inadvertent creation of a low-impedance path between the power supply rails of a MOSFET circuit, triggering a parasitic structure which disrupts proper functioning of the part, possibly even leading to its destruction due to overcurrent. A power cycle is required to correct this situation

Turkish pronunciation

läç ʌp

Pronunciation

/ˈlaʧ ˈəp/ /ˈlæʧ ˈʌp/

Etymology

[ 'lach ] (intransitive verb.) 13th century. Middle English lachen, from Old English læccan; perhaps akin to Greek lambanein to take, seize.