compound component
[ˈkɑːmpaʊnd kəmˈpoʊnənt]
nounpl: compound components
componente composto
1. A part or element of a larger system that is itself made up of multiple simpler parts or substances combined together
In chemistry, water is a compound component made of hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
Em química, a água é um componente composto feito de átomos de hidrogênio e oxigênio.
2. In software engineering, a reusable unit that contains multiple sub-components or modules functioning as a single entity
The user interface library is a compound component that includes buttons, forms, and navigation elements.
A biblioteca de interface do usuário é um componente composto que inclui botões, formulários e elementos de navegação.
3. A structural element in engineering or manufacturing made from two or more constituent materials or parts bonded together
The aircraft wing uses a compound component combining aluminum and carbon fiber for optimal strength and weight ratio.
A asa da aeronave usa um componente composto combinando alumínio e fibra de carbono para a razão ideal de resistência e peso.
This is a technical term predominantly used in scientific, engineering, and software development contexts across both Brazilian Portuguese and American English-speaking communities. In Brazil, it's particularly common in industrial manufacturing and technology sectors in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Related Idioms & Phrases
break down a compound component
assemble compound components
compound component architecture
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