mechanical properties
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nounpl: mechanical properties
propriedades mecânicas
1. Physical characteristics of a material that describe its behavior under applied forces or stresses, including strength, elasticity, hardness, and ductility
The mechanical properties of steel make it ideal for construction purposes.
As propriedades mecânicas do aço o tornam ideal para fins de construção.
2. The measurable attributes that determine how a material responds to external forces such as tension, compression, bending, or torsion
Engineers must understand the mechanical properties of composite materials before designing aircraft components.
Os engenheiros devem compreender as propriedades mecânicas dos materiais compostos antes de projetar componentes de aeronaves.
3. In materials science, the set of characteristics that define a material's ability to withstand load and deformation
Testing the mechanical properties of the new alloy revealed superior tensile strength.
O teste das propriedades mecânicas da nova liga revelou maior resistência à tração.
This is a technical term widely used in engineering, materials science, and industrial sectors throughout Brazil and Portugal. It is essential vocabulary for professionals in automotive, aerospace, construction, and manufacturing industries. The term is standardized across both Brazilian and European Portuguese, reflecting the international nature of engineering and scientific terminology.
Related Idioms & Phrases
put through its paces - to test the mechanical properties thoroughly
stress test - examination of mechanical properties under extreme conditions
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