Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
automata
noun
/əˈtɒmətə/
Definition
Automata are self-operating machines or systems that follow a predetermined sequence of operations or respond to a set of inputs.
Examples
- In robotics, engineers design various types of automata to perform repetitive tasks efficiently.
- The automata created by mathematicians help in understanding complex algorithms.
- Examples of automata include simple wind-up toys and complex computer programs.
Meaning
In a broader sense, automata refer to mechanical devices that perform tasks automatically or, in theoretical terms, to abstract mathematical models that can simulate physical processes or computation.
Synonyms
- machines
- robots
- mechanisms
