multiphysics modeling
[/ˌmʌltiˈfɪzɪks ˈmɑːdəlɪŋ/]
nounpl: multiphysics modelings
modelagem multifísica
1. The computational simulation and analysis of systems involving multiple interacting physical phenomena occurring simultaneously, such as fluid dynamics, heat transfer, structural mechanics, and electromagnetic effects
The engineer used multiphysics modeling to simulate the thermal and structural behavior of the turbine blade under operating conditions.
O engenheiro utilizou modelagem multifísica para simular o comportamento térmico e estrutural da pá da turbina em condições operacionais.
2. A numerical method that couples different physics equations to predict complex system behavior where phenomena are interdependent
Multiphysics modeling allowed researchers to understand how vibrations affect heat dissipation in electronic components.
A modelagem multifísica permitiu que pesquisadores compreendessem como vibrações afetam a dissipação de calor em componentes eletrônicos.
This is a highly technical term primarily used in engineering, physics, and computational sciences. It is more prevalent in academic and industrial research settings in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it has become increasingly important with the growth of the oil and gas industry and advanced manufacturing sectors. The term is often used in Portuguese without direct translation in casual technical conversation, with 'multiphysics' becoming a common code-switching element in bilingual technical discussions.
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