variable output
[ˈvɛriəbəl ˈaʊtpʊt]
nounpl: variable outputs
saída variável
1. Production or yield that changes or fluctuates over time rather than remaining constant
The factory's variable output depends on raw material availability.
A saída variável da fábrica depende da disponibilidade de matérias-primas.
2. In electronics and computing, a signal or data stream that changes in magnitude, frequency, or value
The sensor produces a variable output proportional to temperature changes.
O sensor produz uma saída variável proporcional às mudanças de temperatura.
3. In economics, production levels that adjust based on demand or other factors
The company adjusted its variable output to meet seasonal demand.
A empresa ajustou sua saída variável para atender à demanda sazonal.
This is primarily a technical and industrial term used in manufacturing, engineering, and economics. In Brazil, it is commonly found in technical documentation, industrial manuals, and engineering reports. The term reflects the reality of modern production systems that adapt to market demands and operational conditions. In the USA, this term is prevalent in manufacturing contexts and represents a shift away from rigid mass production toward flexible, demand-responsive systems.
Related Idioms & Phrases
adjust output to meet demand
fluctuation in output levels
output varies with conditions
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