The Emergence Machine

Relay

physical · Technology · Level 14 · E9

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Emergence definition

A relay is a device that uses electromagnetic fields to control or switch electrical connections, often used to automate or extend the operation of a system.

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Wiktionary senses

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Historical origin

Origin language
English

Prerequisite chain

Possible path of this concept down to the fundamental substrate.

thisfoundationsL14L13L12L11L10L2L1L0RelaySwitchCircuitConductorElectricalElectricity… intermediate l…ForceFormInformationLifeActionChangeMatterMotionEnergyPatternSpaceTimeE1 concrete → E14 abstract

Neighborhood

Direct prerequisites above, concepts that depend on this one below.

thisprerequisitesRelayL14ElectricalL10SwitchL13E1 concrete → E14 abstract

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Prerequisites

What you need to understand first.

  • Electrical L10 (requires)
    A device that uses electromagnetic fields to remotely control or switch electrical circuits, often used to automate or extend the operation of a circuit.
  • Switch L13 (requires)
    A relay is an electromagnetic switch that controls circuit functions.