compression modulus
[kəmˈpreʃən ˈmɒdjələs]
nounpl: compression moduli
módulo de compressão
1. A measure of a material's resistance to compression, defined as the ratio of compressive stress to compressive strain within the elastic limit
The compression modulus of concrete is essential for structural design calculations.
O módulo de compressão do concreto é essencial para cálculos de projeto estrutural.
2. A mechanical property indicating how much a material deforms under compressive force and how quickly it recovers
Materials with high compression modulus are preferred for load-bearing applications.
Materiais com alto módulo de compressão são preferidos para aplicações de suporte de carga.
This is a technical term primarily used in engineering, materials science, and construction industries in both Brazil and the United States. It is particularly important in civil engineering contexts where concrete and structural materials are analyzed. The term is consistent across both countries' technical and academic communities, with Portuguese-speaking engineers using 'módulo de compressão' universally in specifications and research.
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