validated unit

[ˈvælɪdeɪtɪd ˈjuːnɪt]
nounpl: validated units
unidade validada
1. A unit of measurement, product, or component that has been verified and confirmed to meet specified standards, requirements, or quality criteria
The validated unit passed all quality control tests before being shipped to the customer.
A unidade validada passou em todos os testes de controle de qualidade antes de ser enviada ao cliente.
2. In software or data systems, a unit of code or data that has been tested and confirmed to function correctly according to specifications
Each validated unit in the software release must undergo regression testing.
Cada unidade validada no lançamento do software deve passar por testes de regressão.
3. In manufacturing or production, a component or batch that has been certified as meeting required performance and safety standards
The validated unit was assigned a certification number for traceability purposes.
A unidade validada recebeu um número de certificação para fins de rastreabilidade.
The term 'validated unit' is widely used in Brazilian industrial, manufacturing, and software development sectors. In Brazil's quality-conscious manufacturing industry, validation is a critical step in ensuring compliance with international standards (ISO, etc.). The term reflects Brazil's increasing focus on quality assurance and export standards, particularly in automotive and technology sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
certified unitverified unitapproved unitqualified unittested unit
Antonyms / Antônimos
rejected unitdefective unitnon-conforming unitfailed unitunverified unit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
unidade validada
Standard term used in manufacturing, software development, and quality control contexts
São Paulo
unidade validada
Commonly used in industrial and manufacturing sectors; sometimes abbreviated as 'UV'
Rio de Janeiro
unidade validada
Used primarily in technical and quality management documentation
Portugal
unidade validada
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; also used as 'unidade certificada' in some contexts

Related Words

validationquality assurancecertificationcomplianceverificationstandardization

Related Idioms & Phrases

meet validation standards
pass validation testing
undergo validation process
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