breaking strength test

[ˈbreɪkɪŋ ˈstreŋθ test]
nounpl: breaking strength tests
ensaio de resistência à ruptura
1. A mechanical test that measures the maximum stress a material can withstand before breaking or failing under tension
The breaking strength test determined that the cable could support up to 5,000 pounds before rupturing.
O ensaio de resistência à ruptura determinou que o cabo poderia suportar até 5.000 libras antes de se romper.
2. A quality control procedure used in manufacturing to ensure materials meet safety and durability standards
All textiles must pass a breaking strength test before being approved for commercial use.
Todos os têxteis devem passar por um ensaio de resistência à ruptura antes de serem aprovados para uso comercial.
This is a technical term commonly used in quality control and engineering departments in both Brazilian and American industries. In Brazil, it's particularly important in manufacturing sectors such as textiles, automotive, and construction. The test is a standard requirement in international quality certifications like ISO standards.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
tensile strength testrupture testultimate strength testfailure test
Antonyms / Antônimos
non-destructive testcompression test

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ensaio de resistência à ruptura
Standard technical term used in engineering and manufacturing sectors
Portugal
ensaio de resistência à rotura
Portuguese variant using 'rotura' instead of 'ruptura'
Technical/Industrial
teste de carga de ruptura
Alternative technical term used in some industrial contexts

Related Words

tensile strengthmaterial testingquality assurancemechanical propertiesstress analysismaterial science

Related Idioms & Phrases

push to the breaking point
test one's breaking point
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