partial simulation

[PAR-shul sim-yuh-LAY-shun]
nounpl: partial simulations
simulação parcial
1. A computational or practical test that replicates only some aspects or components of a complete system or scenario, rather than the entire process
The engineers conducted a partial simulation of the aircraft's landing system to identify specific issues.
Os engenheiros realizaram uma simulação parcial do sistema de pouso da aeronave para identificar problemas específicos.
2. An incomplete or limited recreation of real-world conditions used for training, testing, or analysis purposes
A partial simulation of the emergency evacuation was performed due to time constraints.
Uma simulação parcial da evacuação de emergência foi realizada devido às limitações de tempo.
3. In software or gaming contexts, a simplified version of a simulation that omits certain variables or complexities
The game uses a partial simulation of physics to maintain performance on older devices.
O jogo usa uma simulação parcial da física para manter o desempenho em dispositivos mais antigos.
This is primarily technical terminology used in engineering, software development, and scientific research across both Brazilian and American contexts. In Brazil, it's commonly used in aerospace, automotive, and tech industries. The term reflects the practical approach to testing and development where full-scale simulations may be costly or time-prohibitive.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
limited simulationincomplete simulationreduced simulationsimplified simulationsubset simulation
Antonyms / Antônimos
full simulationcomplete simulationtotal simulationcomprehensive simulation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
simulação parcial
Standard technical term used across Brazil
São Paulo
simulação parcial
Common in technology and engineering sectors
Rio de Janeiro
simulação parcial
Used in academic and military contexts
Portugal
simulação parcial
Identical usage; standard technical Portuguese

Related Words

simulationmodelingprototypemock-uptest casevirtual environmentemulation

Related Idioms & Phrases

a partial simulation of reality
run a partial simulation
conduct a partial simulation
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