rapid prototyping
[ˈræpɪd ˈprɒtətaɪpɪŋ]
noun
prototipagem rápida
1. A set of techniques used to quickly fabricate a scale model of a physical part or assembly using three-dimensional computer aided design (CAD) data
The company used rapid prototyping to test the new product design before full manufacturing.
A empresa utilizou prototipagem rápida para testar o novo design do produto antes da fabricação completa.
2. An iterative design process where prototypes are quickly built, tested, and refined to accelerate product development
Rapid prototyping allowed the startup to iterate through five design versions in one month.
A prototipagem rápida permitiu à startup iterar através de cinco versões de design em um mês.
3. In software development, a methodology for quickly building and testing functional prototypes to gather user feedback early
The development team adopted rapid prototyping to validate user requirements before coding the full application.
A equipe de desenvolvimento adotou prototipagem rápida para validar os requisitos do usuário antes de codificar a aplicação completa.
Rapid prototyping is integral to startup culture in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in São Paulo's tech ecosystem and Silicon Valley. The methodology reflects modern agile development principles and is heavily emphasized in innovation labs, makerspaces, and design thinking workshops across both countries.
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