material fragility
[/məˈtɪəriəl frəˈdʒɪləti/]
nounfemininepl: material fragilities / fragilidades materiais
fragilidade material
1. The quality or state of being easily broken, damaged, or destroyed; physical delicacy or weakness of an object or substance
The material fragility of the ancient pottery makes it unsuitable for everyday use.
A fragilidade material da cerâmica antiga a torna inadequada para o uso diário.
2. In philosophical or sociological contexts, the vulnerability or weakness of physical structures, systems, or infrastructures
The material fragility of aging infrastructure poses significant risks to public safety.
A fragilidade material da infraestrutura envelhecida representa riscos significativos à segurança pública.
3. The susceptibility of tangible resources or physical objects to deterioration, decay, or failure
Engineers must account for the material fragility of concrete in coastal environments.
Os engenheiros devem levar em conta a fragilidade material do concreto em ambientes costeiros.
The term 'material fragility' is widely used in Brazilian engineering, architecture, and conservation discussions, particularly regarding historical preservation and infrastructure maintenance. In Portugal, the term maintains similar technical usage. In the USA, it appears frequently in engineering reports, product safety standards, and academic discussions of infrastructure resilience.
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