failure system
[/ˈfeɪljər ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: failure systems
sistema de falhas
1. A geological formation characterized by fractures in rock where movement has occurred, typically caused by tectonic stress
The failure system in this region extends for several kilometers underground.
O sistema de falhas nesta região se estende por vários quilômetros no subsolo.
2. In engineering and mechanics, a structured analysis or framework identifying potential failure modes and their consequences
The engineer designed a failure system to predict equipment breakdowns before they occur.
O engenheiro projetou um sistema de falhas para prever avarias do equipamento antes que ocorram.
3. A set of interconnected faults or fractures in the Earth's crust
The San Andreas failure system is one of the most studied geological features in North America.
O sistema de falhas de San Andreas é uma das estruturas geológicas mais estudadas na América do Norte.
This term is predominantly used in technical, scientific, and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in geology courses, mining operations, and civil engineering projects, particularly in regions with significant seismic activity or complex geological structures.
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