yield point
[/ˈjiːld pɔɪnt/]
nounpl: yield points
ponto de escoamento
1. The stress level at which a material begins to deform plastically, transitioning from elastic to plastic behavior
The yield point of steel determines how much stress it can withstand before permanent deformation occurs.
O ponto de escoamento do aço determina quanto estresse ele pode suportar antes de sofrer deformação permanente.
2. In materials science, the point on a stress-strain curve where the material transitions from reversible elastic deformation to irreversible plastic deformation
Engineers must calculate the yield point to ensure structural safety in building design.
Os engenheiros devem calcular o ponto de escoamento para garantir a segurança estrutural no projeto de construção.
This is a technical term primarily used in engineering, materials science, and physics contexts. It is equally important in both Brazilian and American engineering standards, though Portuguese engineers use 'cedência' instead of 'escoamento'. Understanding yield point is crucial in industrial applications, construction, and manufacturing across both cultures.
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