virtual prototypes
[ˈvɜːr.tʃu.əl ˈproʊ.tə.taɪps]
nounpl: virtual prototypes
protótipos virtuais
1. Computer-generated digital models or simulations of a product or system created before physical production to test design, functionality, and performance
Engineers used virtual prototypes to test the aerodynamics of the new car design before building a physical model.
Os engenheiros usaram protótipos virtuais para testar a aerodinâmica do novo design do carro antes de construir um modelo físico.
2. Three-dimensional digital representations used in product development to validate concepts and reduce time-to-market
Virtual prototypes allow designers to iterate quickly without the expense of creating multiple physical samples.
Os protótipos virtuais permitem que os designers façam iterações rápidas sem a despesa de criar múltiplas amostras físicas.
3. Simulated models used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing for visualization and testing purposes
The aerospace company developed virtual prototypes to simulate flight conditions and structural stress.
A empresa aeroespacial desenvolveu protótipos virtuais para simular condições de voo e tensão estrutural.
Virtual prototypes represent a significant shift in modern engineering and product development practices across both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil's growing tech and manufacturing sectors, especially in São Paulo's industrial hub, virtual prototyping has become essential for competitiveness. In the USA, particularly in Silicon Valley and automotive centers like Detroit, virtual prototypes are foundational to innovation cycles, reducing costs and accelerating time-to-market. This technology reflects global trends toward digitalization and sustainability by minimizing physical waste.
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