longevity test
[/lɑːnˈdʒɛvɪti tɛst/]
nounpl: longevity tests
teste de longevidade
1. A systematic evaluation or assessment designed to determine how long a product, system, or organism can function or survive under specified conditions
The manufacturer conducted a longevity test on the battery to ensure it would last for five years of regular use.
O fabricante realizou um teste de longevidade na bateria para garantir que duraria cinco anos de uso regular.
2. In medical and biological research, a test or study measuring the lifespan or durability of organisms, cells, or biological systems
Scientists performed a longevity test on the laboratory mice to study the effects of the new drug on aging.
Os cientistas realizaram um teste de longevidade nos camundongos de laboratório para estudar os efeitos do novo medicamento no envelhecimento.
3. In engineering and quality assurance, a prolonged trial period to verify product reliability and durability
The automotive company's longevity test showed that the engine could withstand 200,000 miles without major repairs.
O teste de longevidade da empresa automotiva mostrou que o motor poderia resistir a 200.000 milhas sem reparos maiores.
The term 'longevity test' is widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese industrial, pharmaceutical, and technological sectors. In Brazil, quality assurance and regulatory compliance for consumer products and medical devices require extensive longevity testing. In the USA, this testing is mandated by agencies like the FDA and EPA, reflecting the importance of product safety and consumer protection standards.
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