motor simulation
[ˈmoʊtər ˌsɪmjəˈleɪʃən]
nounpl: motor simulations
simulação motora
1. The computational or virtual replication of motor behavior, movement patterns, or muscle activation sequences to understand, predict, or train physical movements
The researchers used motor simulation to study how the brain controls walking.
Os pesquisadores utilizaram simulação motora para estudar como o cérebro controla a caminhada.
2. In neuroscience, the mental or neural simulation of executing a motor action without actual physical movement
Motor simulation allows athletes to mentally rehearse their performance before competition.
A simulação motora permite que atletas ensaiem mentalmente seu desempenho antes da competição.
3. In engineering and robotics, the digital modeling of mechanical systems to test movement functionality and performance
The engineers conducted a motor simulation to verify the robot's joint movements.
Os engenheiros realizaram uma simulação motora para verificar os movimentos das articulações do robô.
Motor simulation is a significant concept in contemporary neuroscience and sports psychology, particularly in Brazil where sports science research is advancing rapidly. The term is used interchangeably with 'motor imagery' in scientific literature. In the USA, it has gained prominence in cognitive rehabilitation, sports training, and artificial intelligence development. The concept bridges the gap between theoretical neuroscience and practical applications in athletics and rehabilitation therapy.
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