tangential current
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nounpl: tangential currents
corrente tangencial
1. An electric current flowing in a direction tangent to a curve or surface, particularly in circular or curved conductors
The tangential current in the rotating coil creates a magnetic field perpendicular to the rotation axis.
A corrente tangencial na bobina rotativa cria um campo magnético perpendicular ao eixo de rotação.
2. In fluid dynamics, a current component that moves along a tangent direction rather than radially
The tangential current velocity at the blade surface determines the efficiency of the turbine.
A velocidade da corrente tangencial na superfície da lâmina determina a eficiência da turbina.
3. In oceanography, a water current flowing along a coastline or following a curved path
The Gulf Stream's tangential current patterns affect regional weather systems.
Os padrões de corrente tangencial da Corrente do Golfo afetam sistemas climáticos regionais.
This is a technical term primarily used in physics, electrical engineering, and fluid dynamics. It is equally recognized in both Brazil and Portugal, with no significant regional variations. The term is standard in academic and industrial settings across Portuguese-speaking countries.
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