output surface

[/ˈaʊtpʊt ˈsɜːrfɪs/]
nounpl: output surfaces
superfície de saída
1. The outer boundary or interface of a device, system, or optical component from which output is emitted or transmitted
The laser's output surface was precisely aligned with the optical fiber.
A superfície de saída do laser foi alinhada precisamente com a fibra óptica.
2. In optics and photonics, the surface through which light or radiation exits a component
The output surface of the LED must be smooth to minimize light scattering.
A superfície de saída do LED deve ser lisa para minimizar a dispersão de luz.
3. In engineering, the external area of a system where processed material or energy is released
The printer's output surface collects the finished documents.
A superfície de saída da impressora coleta os documentos finalizados.
This is a specialized technical term predominantly used in engineering, optics, and manufacturing contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation and is primarily found in technical documentation, scientific papers, and professional engineering discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
exit surfaceemission surfaceoutput interfacedischarge surface
Antonyms / Antônimos
input surfaceentry surfaceinlet surface

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
superfície de saída
Standard technical term used in engineering and physics contexts
Portugal
superfície de saída
Same terminology used in European Portuguese technical literature
Technical/Academic
superfície de emissão
Alternative term emphasizing the emission aspect, used in optics

Related Words

output portsurface finishoptical surfaceinterfaceemissiontransmission

Related Idioms & Phrases

smooth output surface
output surface quality
output surface coating
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