rigid configuration
[ˈrɪdʒɪd ˌkɑːnfɪɡəˈreɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: configurações rígidas
configuração rígida
1. A fixed arrangement or setup of components, structures, or systems that cannot be easily modified or adjusted
The rigid configuration of the machine made it difficult to adapt to new production requirements.
A configuração rígida da máquina dificultava sua adaptação aos novos requisitos de produção.
2. In chemistry and molecular biology, a three-dimensional molecular arrangement that maintains a fixed spatial structure with limited flexibility
The protein's rigid configuration prevents it from binding to multiple substrates.
A configuração rígida da proteína impede que ela se ligue a múltiplos substratos.
3. In engineering, a structural layout designed to resist deformation and maintain structural integrity
The bridge's rigid configuration ensures stability under heavy loads.
A configuração rígida da ponte garante estabilidade sob cargas pesadas.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, and engineering contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in industrial sectors, particularly in manufacturing and construction. The term reflects the global technical vocabulary shared across Portuguese and English-speaking countries, with consistent usage in academic and professional settings.
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