lightweight materials

[/ˈlaɪtweɪt məˈtɪriəlz/]
nounpl: lightweight materials
materiais leves
1. Substances or compounds with low density and reduced weight that are used in manufacturing, construction, aerospace, and automotive industries
Modern aircraft are built with lightweight materials such as carbon fiber and aluminum alloys to improve fuel efficiency.
Aeronaves modernas são construídas com materiais leves, como fibra de carbono e ligas de alumínio, para melhorar a eficiência de combustível.
2. Materials engineered to provide strength and durability while minimizing overall mass
The sports company developed lightweight materials for their running shoes to enhance athlete performance.
A empresa de esportes desenvolveu materiais leves para seus tênis de corrida a fim de melhorar o desempenho dos atletas.
The use of lightweight materials has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and American industries, particularly in aerospace (Embraer in Brazil), automotive manufacturing, and sports equipment production. In the USA, this terminology is prevalent in tech and manufacturing sectors, while in Brazil, it's gaining prominence with the growth of aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
light materialslow-density materialscomposite materialsadvanced materials
Antonyms / Antônimos
heavy materialsdense materialsheavyweight materials

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
materiais leves
Most common and widely used term across Brazil
São Paulo
materiais leves/materiais de baixa densidade
Used in industrial and manufacturing contexts
Rio de Janeiro
materiais leves
Standard usage in academic and technical discussions
Portugal
materiais leves
Same term used; 'materiais de baixo peso' is also acceptable

Related Words

carbon fiberaluminum alloyscompositeaerospace engineeringmaterial sciencestructural integrity

Related Idioms & Phrases

feather-light materials
materials that don't weigh a ton
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