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composite system

[/kəmˈpɒzɪt ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: composite systems
sistema composto
1. A system made up of two or more constituent parts or components that work together as an integrated whole
The solar system is a composite system consisting of the sun, planets, and other celestial bodies.
O sistema solar é um sistema composto pelo sol, planetas e outros corpos celestes.
2. In materials science, a material composed of two or more constituent materials with different physical or chemical properties that remain separate in the finished structure
Carbon fiber reinforced polymers are composite systems widely used in aerospace engineering.
Os polímeros reforçados com fibra de carbono são sistemas compostos amplamente utilizados em engenharia aeroespacial.
3. In physics or systems theory, a collection of interrelated elements forming a unified complex whole
The human body is a composite system of interdependent organs and systems.
O corpo humano é um sistema composto de órgãos e sistemas interdependentes.
Synonyms
complex systemcompound systemhybrid systemintegrated systemcombined system
Antonyms
simple systemelementary systemsingle systemmonolithic system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema composto
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese, commonly used in technical and scientific contexts
São Paulo
sistema composto
Prevalent in industrial and engineering sectors
Portugal
sistema composto
Standard European Portuguese term used in academic and technical literature

Related Idioms & Phrases

the whole is greater than the sum of its parts
interconnected system
multi-component structure
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