computational mechanics
[/ˌkɒmpjuˈteɪʃənəl məˈkænɪks/]
noun
mecânica computacional
1. A branch of mechanics that applies numerical methods and computer algorithms to solve complex mechanical problems involving stress, strain, deformation, and motion of materials and structures
Computational mechanics enables engineers to simulate the behavior of aircraft wings under different flight conditions.
A mecânica computacional permite que engenheiros simulem o comportamento de asas de aeronaves sob diferentes condições de voo.
2. The field that combines theoretical mechanics, numerical mathematics, and computer science to analyze and predict the mechanical response of solids, fluids, and their interactions
The research team used computational mechanics to optimize the design of the suspension bridge.
A equipe de pesquisa usou mecânica computacional para otimizar o projeto da ponte suspensa.
Computational mechanics is a well-established field in engineering education worldwide, with strong presence in Brazilian universities like USP, UFRJ, and UNICAMP. It's essential in industries such as aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, and oil & gas. The term is used identically in Portuguese and English academic communities, reflecting the international nature of this engineering discipline.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to run a computational mechanics simulation
computational mechanics model
computational mechanics software
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