destructive testing
[/dɪˈstrʌktɪv ˈtɛstɪŋ/]
noun
ensaio destrutivo
1. A method of material or product testing in which the specimen is destroyed or damaged during the testing process to evaluate its properties, strength, durability, or failure characteristics
Destructive testing of the bridge materials revealed that the steel beams could withstand forces up to 500 tons before failure.
O ensaio destrutivo dos materiais da ponte revelou que as vigas de aço poderiam suportar forças de até 500 toneladas antes de falhar.
2. A quality control procedure commonly used in manufacturing and engineering where samples are intentionally broken, bent, or stressed to their limits to verify compliance with safety standards
The automotive company performed destructive testing on sample welds to ensure passenger safety.
A empresa automóvel realizou ensaios destrutivos em amostras de soldas para garantir a segurança dos passageiros.
This is a specialized technical term used primarily in engineering, manufacturing, and quality control sectors in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, particularly in industrial hubs like São Paulo and the automotive sector, destructive testing is a standard practice mandated by international safety standards (ISO, ASTM). The term is formal and technical, rarely used in casual conversation outside professional contexts.
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