detonation pressure
[/ˌdetəˈneɪʃən ˈprɛʃər/]
nounpl: detonation pressures
pressão de detonação
1. The extreme pressure generated at the shock front during a detonation wave in explosives or combustible materials
The detonation pressure of TNT can exceed 200,000 atmospheres.
A pressão de detonação do TNT pode exceder 200.000 atmosferas.
2. In internal combustion engines, the pressure spike caused by abnormal combustion or knocking
High detonation pressure in the engine cylinder can damage the piston and valves.
A pressão de detonação elevada no cilindro do motor pode danificar o pistão e as válvulas.
This is a highly technical term used primarily in engineering, explosives manufacturing, military applications, and automotive industries. It's not commonly used in everyday conversation but is essential in industrial safety protocols, especially in Brazil's mining and petrochemical sectors. The term carries significant weight in regulatory and safety documentation.
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