frequency stability

[ˈfriːkwənsi stəˈbɪlɪti]
noun
estabilidade de frequência
1. The ability of a system or device to maintain a constant frequency output without significant variation over time
The oscillator's frequency stability is critical for accurate timekeeping in atomic clocks.
A estabilidade de frequência do oscilador é crítica para a medição precisa do tempo em relógios atômicos.
2. In telecommunications and electronics, the measure of how well a frequency source resists changes due to temperature, aging, or other environmental factors
Modern communication systems require excellent frequency stability to prevent signal degradation.
Os sistemas de comunicação modernos exigem excelente estabilidade de frequência para evitar degradação do sinal.
3. In power systems, the ability of the electrical grid to maintain a steady frequency, typically 50 Hz or 60 Hz depending on the region
Frequency stability in the power grid is maintained through constant monitoring and load balancing.
A estabilidade de frequência na rede elétrica é mantida através de monitoramento constante e balanceamento de carga.
This is a highly technical term used primarily in engineering, telecommunications, and electrical grid management fields. It is universally understood across both American English and Brazilian Portuguese technical communities without regional variation, reflecting the international nature of scientific and engineering discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
frequency accuracyfrequency precisionfrequency constancyfrequency retention
Antonyms / Antônimos
frequency driftfrequency variationfrequency instabilityfrequency fluctuation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estabilidade de frequência
Standard technical term used in electronics and telecommunications
Portugal
estabilidade de frequência
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; standard in electrical engineering contexts
Technical/Scientific
estabilidade frequencial
Alternative form used in some technical documentation

Related Words

oscillatorfrequency deviationphase noiseclock accuracytemporal stabilityquartz crystal

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintaining frequency stability
frequency stability margin
frequency stability performance
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