coefficient of friction
[/koʊˈɪfɪʃənt əv ˈfrɪkʃən/]
nounpl: coefficients of friction
coeficiente de atrito
1. A dimensionless scalar value representing the ratio of the force of friction between two bodies and the normal force pressing them together
The coefficient of friction between rubber and asphalt is approximately 0.7.
O coeficiente de atrito entre borracha e asfalto é aproximadamente 0,7.
2. A physical constant that depends on the nature of the surfaces in contact and is used to calculate frictional forces in physics and engineering
Engineers must calculate the coefficient of friction to ensure the brakes will function safely.
Os engenheiros devem calcular o coeficiente de atrito para garantir que os freios funcionem com segurança.
This is a technical and scientific term used uniformly across all English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. It is primarily encountered in academic, engineering, and physics contexts. The term has no colloquial variations and is standardized in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese educational and professional settings.
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