expected fault

[ɪkˈspɛktɪd fɔːlt]
nounpl: expected faults
falha esperada
1. In software testing and quality assurance, a fault or defect that is anticipated or predicted to occur based on previous analysis, risk assessment, or known system vulnerabilities
The team documented the expected fault in the login module and prepared a contingency plan.
A equipe documentou a falha esperada no módulo de login e preparou um plano de contingência.
2. In geology and seismology, a fault line where movement or seismic activity is anticipated or historically documented
The expected fault along the San Andreas zone poses a significant earthquake risk.
A falha esperada ao longo da zona de San Andreas representa um risco sísmico significativo.
3. In engineering and system design, a potential failure mode that has been identified during design phase and for which mitigation strategies have been planned
The expected fault in the cooling system was addressed through redundant backup mechanisms.
A falha esperada no sistema de resfriamento foi resolvida por meio de mecanismos de backup redundantes.
This is primarily a technical term used in software development, engineering, and geology sectors. In Brazilian tech industry, 'falha esperada' is the standard terminology used in quality assurance (QA) meetings and documentation. The concept reflects proactive problem-solving approaches common in modern software development and risk management practices. In Portugal, the term is also used technically but may be translated as 'avaria prevista' in engineering contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
anticipated faultpredicted defectknown failure modeforeseeable fault
Antonyms / Antônimos
unexpected faultunanticipated defectlatent faulthidden defect

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
falha esperada
Standard technical term used in software and engineering contexts
São Paulo
falha prevista
Alternative term, equally common in tech industry
Portugal
falha esperada / avaria prevista
Both terms used; 'avaria' more common in engineering contexts
Technical/Academic
falha antecipada
More formal academic usage

Related Words

fault analysisrisk assessmentfailure modesystem reliabilitydefect detectionquality assurance

Related Idioms & Phrases

expect the unexpected
plan for failure
risk mitigation strategy
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