core materials

[kɔr məˈtɪriəlz]
nounpl: core materials
materiais essenciais / materiais nucleares / materiais centrais
1. The fundamental or essential materials that form the basis of something, particularly in manufacturing, construction, or curriculum design
The core materials of the composite structure provide structural integrity.
Os materiais essenciais da estrutura composta proporcionam integridade estrutural.
2. In sandwich composites and aerospace applications, the middle layer material between two face sheets
Foam and honeycomb are common core materials in aircraft wing construction.
Espuma e favo são materiais nucleares comuns na construção de asas de aeronaves.
3. In education, the primary subjects or subjects required for a curriculum
Mathematics and language arts are considered core materials in elementary education.
Matemática e artes da linguagem são consideradas materiais essenciais na educação elementar.
In Brazilian industrial and educational contexts, 'materiais essenciais' is widely understood and used. The term gained prominence with the expansion of aerospace and composite manufacturing in Brazil. In educational discourse, it reflects the importance of foundational subjects in the national curriculum structure.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
essential materialsprimary materialsbase materialsfundamental materialskey materials
Antonyms / Antônimos
peripheral materialssupplementary materialsoptional materialssecondary materials

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
materiais essenciais / materiais nucleares
Most common in technical and educational contexts
São Paulo
materiais centrais
Used in industrial and manufacturing discussions
Rio de Janeiro
materiais de base
Alternative usage in construction contexts
Portugal
materiais fundamentais / materiais estruturantes
Slightly more formal terminology; structural emphasis

Related Words

composite materialsstructural materialssandwich structureface sheetscurriculumfoundation materials

Related Idioms & Phrases

get down to brass tacks (essentials/core matters)
back to basics (returning to core materials)
the heart of the matter (core materials/essential elements)
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