crushing test

[/ˈkrʌʃɪŋ tɛst/]
nounpl: crushing tests
ensaio de esmagamento
1. A mechanical test that measures the maximum compressive force a material or structure can withstand before failure or deformation
The crushing test on the concrete sample showed it could support 50 megapascals before breaking.
O ensaio de esmagamento na amostra de concreto mostrou que ela poderia suportar 50 megapascais antes de quebrar.
2. A quality control procedure used in engineering and construction to assess material strength and durability
Before approving the new packaging design, manufacturers conduct crushing tests to ensure it can protect the product.
Antes de aprovar o novo design da embalagem, os fabricantes realizam ensaios de esmagamento para garantir que ela possa proteger o produto.
This is a technical term primarily used in engineering, construction, materials science, and quality control industries. It's essential in both Brazilian and American industrial standards for ensuring product safety and durability. The term is standardized across international technical documentation and is widely recognized in manufacturing and construction sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
compression testcompressive strength testcrush resistance testload test
Antonyms / Antônimos
tensile testbending test

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ensaio de esmagamento
most common technical term in Brazil
São Paulo
teste de compressão
alternative technical term used in engineering sectors
Portugal
ensaio de esmagamento
same as Brazilian Portuguese
Technical English (USA)
crushing test
standard term in engineering specifications and standards

Related Words

compressive strengthmaterial testingmechanical propertiesload capacitystress teststructural analysis

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass the crushing test
fail under crushing test
withstand the crushing test
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