plastic sections
[ˈplæstɪk ˈsɛkʃənz]
nounpl: plastic sections
seções plásticas
1. In engineering and construction, segments or portions of structural material made from plastic or polymeric compounds that can deform permanently under stress without breaking
The bridge design incorporates plastic sections to absorb impact and reduce stress on rigid components.
O design da ponte incorpora seções plásticas para absorver impacto e reduzir tensão nos componentes rígidos.
2. In materials science, regions within a material that exhibit plastic deformation (permanent shape change) under applied force
The analysis of plastic sections in the metal revealed the extent of permanent deformation.
A análise das seções plásticas no metal revelou a extensão da deformação permanente.
3. Modular or sectional components manufactured from plastic materials used in various industrial applications
The machine was assembled using lightweight plastic sections instead of metal parts.
A máquina foi montada usando seções plásticas leves em vez de peças de metal.
This is primarily a technical term used in engineering, construction, and materials science disciplines. It is more prevalent in professional and academic contexts rather than everyday conversation. In Brazil, the term gained prominence with increasing infrastructure development and adoption of modern composite materials in construction.
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