unbounded trajectory
[/ʌnˈbaʊndɪd trəˈdʒɛktəri/]
nounpl: unbounded trajectories
trajetória ilimitada
1. A path or course of motion that extends infinitely without limits or boundaries in space or time
The asteroid followed an unbounded trajectory and escaped the solar system.
O asteroide seguiu uma trajetória ilimitada e escapou do sistema solar.
2. In mathematics and physics, a path that does not return to a bounded region and continues indefinitely
The particle's unbounded trajectory indicated it had sufficient energy to overcome the potential well.
A trajetória ilimitada da partícula indicou que ela tinha energia suficiente para superar o poço de potencial.
3. A course of development or progress that shows no limits or constraints
The company's unbounded trajectory of growth surprised all market analysts.
A trajetória ilimitada de crescimento da empresa surpreendeu todos os analistas de mercado.
This term is primarily used in scientific, mathematical, and technical contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in university physics and engineering courses, as well as in aerospace and space exploration discussions. The phrase is largely domain-specific and rarely appears in everyday conversation outside academic or professional scientific settings.
Related Idioms & Phrases
on an unbounded trajectory (metaphorically: experiencing unlimited growth or success)
follow an unbounded trajectory (to proceed without limits or constraints)
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