tolerance analysis

[/ˈtɑːlərəns əˈnæləsɪs/]
nounpl: tolerance analyses
análise de tolerância
1. A systematic engineering process that evaluates how variations in component dimensions and properties affect the overall performance and functionality of an assembly or system
The tolerance analysis ensured that all parts would fit together properly despite manufacturing variations.
A análise de tolerância garantiu que todas as peças se encaixariam adequadamente apesar das variações de fabricação.
2. A mathematical and statistical method used to establish acceptable ranges of variation in dimensions, materials, and other specifications
Engineers performed a tolerance analysis to determine the acceptable limits for each component.
Os engenheiros realizaram uma análise de tolerância para determinar os limites aceitáveis de cada componente.
3. The process of identifying potential failures and ensuring product quality by analyzing cumulative effects of component tolerances
Tolerance analysis is critical in automotive design to ensure safety and reliability.
A análise de tolerância é crítica no design automotivo para garantir segurança e confiabilidade.
Tolerance analysis is a fundamental engineering practice in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in automotive, aerospace, and precision manufacturing industries. In Brazil, it's essential for companies competing in the global supply chain, especially those supplying to multinational automotive manufacturers. The term is standardized across ISO and international technical documentation, making it universally understood among engineers in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
tolerance stack-up analysisdimensional analysisvariation analysisstatistical tolerance analysisGD&T analysis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
análise de tolerância
Standard technical term used in engineering and manufacturing contexts
São Paulo
análise de tolerância
Common in industrial and automotive manufacturing sectors
Portugal
análise de tolerância
Same terminology used in Portuguese engineering standards and ISO documents
Technical Community
análise de tolerâncias
Sometimes used in plural form when discussing multiple tolerance types

Related Words

tolerancespecificationdimensional tolerancestatistical toleranceGD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)manufacturing tolerancestack-upworst-case tolerance

Related Idioms & Phrases

stack-up of tolerances
worst-case scenario in tolerance analysis
cumulative effect of tolerances
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