fiber disintegration

[ˈfaɪbər ˌdɪsɪntɪˈɡreɪʃən]
nounpl: fiber disintegrations
desintegração de fibras
1. the process of breaking down or decomposing of fibrous material into smaller components or particles
The fiber disintegration process in the pulp mill breaks down wood fibers for paper production.
O processo de desintegração de fibras na fábrica de polpa decompõe as fibras de madeira para produção de papel.
2. in textile production, the breakdown of fiber structure due to mechanical stress, chemical treatment, or deterioration
Improper washing conditions can lead to fiber disintegration in delicate fabrics.
Condições inadequadas de lavagem podem levar à desintegração de fibras em tecidos delicados.
3. degradation of muscle fibers or cellular fibers due to disease or damage
Muscular dystrophy causes progressive fiber disintegration in affected tissues.
A distrofia muscular causa desintegração progressiva de fibras nos tecidos afetados.
This term is primarily used in technical and industrial contexts in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in pulp and paper manufacturing, textile production, and medical fields. In Brazil, it's commonly encountered in the context of the large pulp and paper industry, especially in regions like Espírito Santo and São Paulo. The term reflects the importance of fiber science in industrial applications and medical research.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fiber breakdownfiber degradationfiber decompositionfibrous disintegrationfiber fragmentation
Antonyms / Antônimos
fiber integrationfiber strengtheningfiber reinforcementfiber consolidation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desintegração de fibras
Standard term used in industrial and medical contexts
São Paulo
desintegração de fibras
Common in paper and textile industries
Portugal
desintegração de fibras
Technical term used similarly in European Portuguese
Technical Brazilian
degradação fibrilar
More technical variant used in medical and specialized contexts

Related Words

pulpingfibrillationdegradationdecompositiontissue breakdownmechanical pulping

Related Idioms & Phrases

break down fibers
reduce to fibers
fiber by fiber degradation
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