1. A localized increase in stress in a material due to geometric irregularities, holes, notches, or changes in cross-section
The stress concentration at the sharp corner of the metal plate caused premature failure.
A concentração de tensão no canto agudo da placa de metal causou falha prematura.
2. In engineering, the phenomenon where stress levels become significantly higher in certain regions compared to nominal stress
Engineers must account for stress concentration factors when designing mechanical components.
Os engenheiros devem levar em conta os fatores de concentração de tensão ao projetar componentes mecânicos.