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GLOSSARY
Button – A type of switch that completes (closes) a circuit when
pressed, then springs back to disconnect (open) the flow of electricity
when released.
Circuit – A continuous electrical loop that travels from the positive side
of a power source along a path to components that use the electricity to
function and back to the negative side of the power source. Also called a
closed circuit.
Code – Sometimes called a “plan” or program, code is a set of
instructions used by a microcontroller.
Conductive Thread – A specialty thread made with stainless
steel fibers. It can be used instead of copper wiring to connect LilyPad (or
other e-textile) components to create circuits.
Current – The flow of electricity in a circuit from the positive to negative
sides of a power source. Current will not flow unless the circuit is a complete
loop, meaning there are no short circuits or breaks in the electrical path
between the power source and components along the way.
E-Sewing (electronic sewing) – The process of using conductive thread
to connect electronic components together.
E-Textiles (electronic textiles) – A type of prototyping that combines
traditional craft processes with electrical engineering, computer science,
and hardware skills. Many e-textile projects replace wiring with flexible
conductive materials such as conductive threads and fabrics.
Input – A sensor or signal that conveys information to a microcontroller.
LED (Light-Emitting Diode) – A small device that turns on (lights up) when
voltage is applied.
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