1. A mathematical or algorithmic representation of a system or process designed to be executed on a computer
The computational model simulates weather patterns using complex algorithms.
O modelo computacional simula padrões climáticos usando algoritmos complexos.
2. A theoretical framework that describes how computation is performed, such as Turing machines or cellular automata
The lambda calculus is an important computational model in computer science.
O cálculo lambda é um modelo computacional importante na ciência da computação.
3. A computer-based representation of a physical, biological, or social system for analysis and prediction
Researchers developed a computational model to predict protein folding behavior.
Pesquisadores desenvolveram um modelo computacional para prever o comportamento do enovelamento de proteínas.