bubble memory
noun/ˈbʌblˌmɛm(ə)ri/
Etymology From being a type of computer memory that uses magnetic bubbles (magnetic domains) to store binary digits (bits).
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Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences Historical A type of non-volatile computer memory that uses a thin film of magnetic material to hold small magnetized areas, known as bubbles or domains, each storing one bit of data.
- A year ago bubble memory was a hot topic of conversation. Promoters of the bubble school boasted that this new form of storage would eventually replace mini-floppy and Winchester-disk storage because it was cheaper, faster and more reliable.1982 July 12, Paul Freiberger, “Bubble memory is no longer the stuff of dreams”, in InfoWorld, page 27:
- Hypernyms
- NVRAM, RAM
- Coordinate terms
- core memory