dissipative force
[dɪˈsɪpətɪv fɔːrs]
nounpl: dissipative forces
força dissipativa
1. A force that causes energy to be lost from a mechanical system, converting mechanical energy into other forms such as heat, sound, or deformation
Friction is a dissipative force that slows down moving objects and converts kinetic energy into heat.
O atrito é uma força dissipativa que desacelera objetos em movimento e converte energia cinética em calor.
2. In physics, any force whose work depends on the path taken and results in a net loss of mechanical energy from the system
Air resistance acts as a dissipative force on a falling object, causing it to reach terminal velocity.
A resistência do ar atua como uma força dissipativa em um objeto em queda, fazendo-o atingir a velocidade terminal.
This is a technical term primarily used in physics, mathematics, and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian universities, 'força dissipativa' is a fundamental concept taught in classical mechanics courses. The term is discipline-specific and maintains the same meaning across all regions where Portuguese is spoken.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →