firm materials
[/fɜːrm məˈtɪəriəlz/]
noun phrase
materiais firmes
1. Solid, rigid, or sturdy substances used in construction, manufacturing, or other applications that maintain their shape and do not easily deform
The architect selected firm materials like steel and concrete for the building's foundation.
O arquiteto selecionou materiais firmes como aço e concreto para a fundação do edifício.
2. Materials with high density and structural integrity, resistant to compression and bending
Firm materials are essential in aerospace engineering to withstand extreme pressures.
Materiais firmes são essenciais na engenharia aeroespacial para resistir a pressões extremas.
3. Substances that maintain stability and do not collapse under normal stress conditions
The contractor used only firm materials to ensure the safety of the structure.
O contratante usou apenas materiais firmes para garantir a segurança da estrutura.
The term 'firm materials' is primarily used in technical, engineering, and construction contexts. In Brazil, this terminology is standard in professional documentation and educational materials for architecture and civil engineering. The concept emphasizes quality and durability, values highly regarded in both Brazilian and American construction industries.
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