elastic deformation

[ɪˈlæstɪk ˌdiːfɔːrˈmeɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: elastic deformations / deformações elásticas
deformação elástica
1. A temporary change in the shape or size of a material that returns to its original form when the applied force or stress is removed
The elastic deformation of the rubber band allows it to stretch and then return to its original shape.
A deformação elástica da borracha permite que ela se estique e depois volte à sua forma original.
2. In materials science and mechanics, a reversible deformation that occurs without permanent change to the material's molecular structure
Steel exhibits elastic deformation under stress loads within its elastic limit.
O aço exibe deformação elástica sob cargas de tensão dentro de seu limite elástico.
This is a technical term predominantly used in engineering, physics, and materials science education and industry in both Brazil and the United States. It is essential vocabulary in Brazilian technical universities and Portuguese-speaking engineering firms, with no regional variations in meaning or usage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
elastic strainreversible deformationrecoverable deformation
Antonyms / Antônimos
plastic deformationpermanent deformationinelastic deformation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
deformação elástica
Standard technical term used in engineering and physics education
São Paulo
deformação elástica
Commonly used in technical and industrial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
deformação elástica
Used in academic and research environments
Portugal
deformação elástica
Identical usage; standard in Portuguese technical terminology

Related Words

elastic limitelasticitystressstrainHooke's LawYoung's modulusmaterial properties

Related Idioms & Phrases

within the elastic limit
return to original shape
recoverable deformation
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