disabled machine
[dɪs'eɪbəld məˈʃin]
nounpl: disabled machines
máquina desativada
1. A machine that has been rendered non-functional or inoperable, either temporarily or permanently, through damage, malfunction, or intentional deactivation
The disabled machine in the factory was waiting for repairs.
A máquina desativada na fábrica estava aguardando reparos.
2. In computing, a device or system that has been shut down or is not currently in operation
The disabled machine needs to be replaced before production resumes.
A máquina desativada precisa ser substituída antes da retomada da produção.
In industrial and manufacturing contexts across both Brazil and the USA, a disabled machine represents downtime and potential loss of productivity. In Brazilian factories, the term 'máquina desativada' is commonly used in work orders and maintenance reports. The concept is critical in discussing industrial efficiency and workplace safety.
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