compressive strain
[kəmˈprɛsɪv streɪn]
nounpl: compressive strains
deformação por compressão
1. The deformation or change in shape of a material resulting from compressive stress, expressed as the ratio of the change in dimension to the original dimension
The compressive strain on the concrete pillar increased as more weight was added to the structure.
A deformação por compressão no pilar de concreto aumentou conforme mais peso foi adicionado à estrutura.
2. In geology and materials science, the reduction in volume or change in shape of a rock or material when subjected to pushing or pressing forces
Tectonic plates create compressive strain in the Earth's crust, leading to mountain formation.
As placas tectônicas criam deformação por compressão na crosta terrestre, levando à formação de montanhas.
This is primarily technical terminology used in engineering, geology, and materials science. It is equally understood in Brazil, Portugal, and English-speaking countries. The term is fundamental in civil engineering, seismic studies, and materials testing, with no significant regional variations in meaning or usage.
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