triac in English

noun
1
a three-electrode semiconductor device that will conduct in either direction when triggered by a positive or negative signal at the gate electrode.
The microcontroller assures control of switch means, such as triacs , switches and relays, and ensures that braking is effectuated regardless of the phase in the power cycle of the alternating current.

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1. A triac driven by a flip-flop via a driver transistor is used to control the high frequency AC power that is used to drive the lamps.