distributed loads

[dɪˈstrɪbjutəd loʊdz]
noun
cargas distribuídas
1. In engineering and mechanics, loads or forces that are spread over an area or length rather than concentrated at a single point
The bridge was designed to handle distributed loads from vehicle traffic across its entire span.
A ponte foi projetada para suportar cargas distribuídas do tráfego de veículos ao longo de toda sua extensão.
2. In computing, work or processing divided among multiple servers or systems to improve performance and reliability
The cloud infrastructure uses distributed loads to balance traffic across multiple data centers.
A infraestrutura em nuvem utiliza cargas distribuídas para equilibrar o tráfego entre múltiplos centros de dados.
3. In structural analysis, forces acting continuously over a surface or beam section measured per unit length or area
The engineer calculated the distributed loads acting on the concrete beam to ensure proper reinforcement.
O engenheiro calculou as cargas distribuídas atuando na viga de concreto para garantir o reforço adequado.
This is primarily technical terminology used in engineering, architecture, and computing fields in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian universities and engineering firms, 'cargas distribuídas' is standard academic terminology. The term reflects the global nature of engineering practice where concepts and terminology are shared across English and Portuguese-speaking technical communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
uniform loadsspread loadscontinuous loadsline loadsarea loads
Antonyms / Antônimos
concentrated loadspoint loadsfocused loadslocalized loads

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
cargas distribuídas
Most common term in Brazilian engineering and technical contexts
São Paulo
cargas distribuídas
Standard usage in major engineering centers
Portugal
cargas distribuídas
Identical usage in European Portuguese technical terminology
Computing/IT Contexts
cargas distribuídas / balanceamento de carga
In IT, often combined with 'balanceamento' (load balancing)

Related Words

load distributionstructural analysisload balancingbearing capacitystress analysisconcentrated load

Related Idioms & Phrases

spread the load
balance the load
distribute evenly
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