in this glossary we will talk about urban legibility to be able to refer to the urban image
air- entrained concrete
concept
Air-entrained concrete contains billions of microscopic air cells per cubic foot. These air pockets relieve internal pressure on the concrete by providing ...
Example: the concrete is checked to ensure that it is free of air for better performance
en: hormigon arrastrado por aire
architectural concrete
concept
Architectural concrete refers to concrete that while providing an aesthetic finish to the building also serves a structural function. Decorative concrete typically refers to concrete flatwork or building elements such as panels, that while enhanced with texture or color, are not structural building members.
Example: used for modern facades
en: hormigón arquitectónico
asphaltic concrete
concept
Asphalt concrete (commonly called asphalt, blacktop, or pavement in North America, and tarmac, bitumen macadam, or rolled asphalt in the United Kingdom and the ...
Example: used on roads
en: hormigón asfaltico
axes
concept
Axis. An axis is a line connecting two points in space, about which forms can be arranged in an asymmetrical or symmetrical, balanced manner. It is an imaginary line that can denote structure, procession, direction, views, line of rotation and so on.
Example: the invisible line of your colony that makes you reach a point of reference always
en: eje
backup wall
concrete
Common interior walls (backup walls) are cold-formed steel framed walls with water-resistant sheathing and concrete masonry.
Example: the courtyard walls that divide the house from the other buildings
en: pared de respaldo
brick courses
concept
A course is a layer of the same unit running horizontally in a wall. It can also be defined as a continuous row of any masonry unit such as bricks, concrete masonry units (CMU), stone, shingles, tiles, etc.
Example: they are used to make walls
en: cursos de ladrillo
cellular concrete
concept
Cellular concrete is a mixture of cement, water, and preformed foam. The purpose of the foam is to supply a mechanism by which a relatively high proportion of stable air voids can be induced into the mixture and produce a cellular or porous solid upon curing of the mixture.
Example: used for concrete blocks
en: hormigón celular
colored concrete
concept
What Is Colored Concrete? Colored concrete, also known as decorative concrete, allows traditional grey concrete to be stained and dyed different colors. Concrete has been colored as far back as the early 1900s and was primarily used by companies who made precast structures for building facades.
Example: mostly used in other countries in their gardens and entrances
en: hormigon coloreado
concrete block
concept
A concrete block is primarily used as a building material in the construction of walls. It is sometimes called a concrete masonry unit (CMU).
Example: a type of brick but with holes and made of concrete
en: bloque de concreto
cured concrete
concept
Curing of concrete is defined as providing adequate moisture, temperature, and time to allow the concrete to achieve the desired properties for its intended use.
Example: it is a step to make the concrete last longer
en: hormigón curado
dovetail insert
concept
a joint made by inserting tenon on one piece into mortise holes in the other. verb. fit together tightly, as if by means of a dovetail. type of: fit. make fit.
Example: a type of cutter
en: inserto de cola de milano
edges
concept
the outside limit of an object, area, or surface; a place or part farthest away from the center of something.
Example: the avenue of your colony
en: borde
exposed concrete
concept
Exposed concrete refers to concrete whose surface is a visible part of the architectural and interior design of the building. Strictly speaking, this refers to concrete surfaces that were in contact with the formwork shell when they were produced.
Example: is a type of facade or interior desing
en: hormigón visto
gravity load
concept
Gravity loads are body loads available only in Structure. These loads simulate the force of gravity as it affects your model. When you define a gravity load, you specify the gravitational components of the load in each coordinate direction.
Example: the leaning towe of pizza in italy
en: carga de gravedad
green concrete
concept
Green concrete is defined as a concrete which uses waste material as at least one of its components, or its production process does not lead to environmental destruction, or it has high performance and life cycle sustainability.
Example: biological concrete is considered
en: hormigón verde
hanging off
concept
To be suspended from something: The ornaments hang off the chandelier.
Example: a sign hanging freom a lock
en: colgado de
horizontal mortar joints
concept
The straight, inclined surfaces of the bed (horizontal) joints tend to catch the light and give the brickwork a neat, ordered appearance. This joint is less compacted than the concave and V-joints, although it is still suitable for exterior building walls.
Example: any wall
en: juntas de mortero horizontales
insulating concrete
concept
Insulating concrete forms create a structural concrete wall, either monolithic or post and beam, that is up to ten times stronger than wood framed structures.
Example: cotton
en: hormigón aislante
journey
concept
an act of traveling from one place to another.
Example: the daily tour you take to get home
en: trayecto
ladder type systems
concept
Ladder system means two main air lines, generally one each side of the railway tracks, cross connected at regular intervals and able to be fed from any direction.
Example: the conventional staircase of the two-story house
en: sistemas tipo escalera
landmark
concept
an object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognized from a distance, especially one that enables someone to establish their location.
Example: a monument
en: hito
laterally
concept
at, toward, or from the side or sides; sideways.
Example: side view of a house
en: lateralmente
masonry ties
concept
These ties are used to connect multiple wythes of masonry, often of different materials; anchor masonry veneer to backing systems other than masonry; and connect composite masonry walls.
Example: fundation reinforcement
en: lazos de albañilería
Metal channel
Concept
A metal channel is a roll formed metal strip that has been shaped into a tube or a U, J, or C shape for industrial and manufacturing use. Metal channels are produced by high speed roll forming that converts metal into linear roll formed channel shapes. Metal channels are used for a variety of applications.
Example: used as structures in dividing walls, skirts, ceilings, boxes and covers
en: canal de metal
Metal decking
Concept
Metal decking is corrugated metal sheeting that's used as a structural roof deck or composite floor deck. It will be supported by steel beams or joists. The purpose of metal deck is to support the insulating membrane of a roof or to support and bond with the concrete to create a composite metal floor deck.
Example: that's used as a structural roof deck or composite floor deck. It will be supported by steel beams
en: Tarima metálica
Metal framing
Concept
Structural metal stud framing refers to the construction of walls and planes using cold-formed steel components. There are two main components of metal stud framing, a stud and a track. Heavier gauge metal studs are used in load bearing walls and structural applications such as exterior walls.
Example: are used in load bearing walls and structural applications such as exterior walls.
en: estructura metálica
Metal grating
Concept
(Entry 1 of 2) 1 : a wooden or metal lattice used to close or floor an opening. 2 : a partition, covering, or frame of parallel bars or crossbars. 3 : a system of close equidistant and parallel lines or bars ruled on a polished surface to produce spectra by diffraction.
Example: It helps keep workers and visitors in a facility safe, providing a stable flooring base and traction when walking at ground level and, especially, at heights
en: rejilla metalica
Metal panel
Concept
Architectural metal panels are a type of exterior siding that is generally used on large commercial and high-rise buildings.
Example: they can replace heavy wall cladding such as concrete or masonry products,
en: Panel metálico
Metal rod
Concept
Metal rods are metals and alloys designed in the pattern of round bars or rod, rectangular or flat bars, square bars, hexagons, and other patterns of bar stock. These shapes also come in billet form and generally include a cross-section based on the shape of rod or bar stock.
Example: Reinforced concrete is interlocked with iron rods, also called reinforcing bars, to strengthen the tension of the construction
en: Barra de metal
Metal roofing
Concept
A metal roof is simply a roofing system made using metal pieces, tiles, or panels. A metal roof is a part of the roofing envelope which is the physical separator between the inside and outside of the building and is designed to provide resistance to air, water, heat and sound.
Example: roofs mainly used in the USA
en: Techo de metal
Metal stud
Concept
Structural metal stud framing refers to the construction of walls and planes using cold-formed steel components. There are two main components of metal stud framing, a stud and a track. Heavier gauge metal studs are used in load bearing walls and structural applications such as exterior walls.
Example: It is used to hold or support one or more parts of the mechanism itself.
en: Perno de metal
Metal tubing
Concept
Metal tube (tubing) is made of metallic elements or alloys and is designed for specific industrial applications.
Example: Steel tube piles are used for construction in areas where the foundation is unstable or the load that construction will support is heavy.
en: Tubos metálicos
multi-storey
concept
of a building. : having more than two stories a multistory apartment building.
Example: a building
en: de varios pisos
neighborhood
concept
a district, especially one forming a community within a town or city.
Example: blocks of the colony where things have similiar facades
en: barrio
node
concept
a point at which lines or pathways intersect or branch; a central or connecting point
Example: asan informal series of steps if a non-esisting node is referenced, its value is automatically nul
en: nodo
path
concept
a way or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading.
Precast concrete is a form of concrete that is prepared, cast and cured off-site, usually in a controlled factory environment, using reusable moulds. Precast concrete elements can be joined to other elements to form a complete structure. It is typically used for structural components such as; wall panels, beams, columns, floors, staircases, pipes, tunnels, and so on.
Example: used in works where the aim is to speed uo the production process
en: prefabricados de hormigón
prestressed concrete
concept
Prestressed concrete is a form of concrete used in construction. It is substantially "prestressed" (compressed) during production
Example: the one used inquare construction
en: hormigón pretensado
reinforced concret
concept
Example: croncrete column
en: hormigón armado
relief angle
concept
A Side Relief Angle is an angle between the part of the flanks of a cutting tool below the cutting edge and a plane perpendicular to the base.
Example: precise angle to have a good structure
en: angulo de alivio
Steel angle
Concept
Steel Angles are the most basic type of roll-formed steel. They are formed by bending a single angle in a piece of steel. Angle Steel is 'L' shaped; the most common type of Steel Angles are at a 90 degree angle. The legs of the “L” can be equal or unequal in length
Example: Structural usage of Steel Angles is maximum compared to any other sector. Examples include riveted, bolted, or welded construction of buildings, bridges, machinery etc.
en: ángulo de acero
Steel beam
Concept
A steel beam is a structural steel product that is made to support heavy loads. Steel beams come in different sizes and types, hence their different applications in the construction of structures and buildings. The specifications of a structure determine the geometry, size and shape of beams.
Example: They are often used as critical support trusses, or the main framework, in buildings
en: Viga de acero
Steel column
Concept
A steel column is a vertical structure member used in construction to provide essential support. They may carry loads in compression or they may transfer loads from things like beams, ceilings, floor slabs or roof slabs to floors or foundations. Steel columns may also carry bending moments near cross-section axes.
Example: They may carry loads in compression or they may transfer loads from things like beams, ceilings, floor slabs or roof slabs to floors or foundations.
en: Columna de acero
Steel framing
Concept
Steel frame is a building technique with a "skeleton frame" of vertical steel columns and horizontal I-beams, constructed in a rectangular grid to support the floors, roof and walls of a building which are all attached to the frame. The development of this technique made the construction of the skyscraper possible.
Example: used in large and vertical constructions
en: estructura de acero
Steel joist
Concept
Steel joists are open web lightweight steel trusses consisting of parallel chords and a triangulated web system, proportioned to span between bearing points. There are five main components: a top chord, bottom chord, end web, bearing seat, and interior web members.
Example: an efficient framing system for supporting floors and ceilings in a wide variety of building types.
en: Vigueta de acero
Steel member
Concept
Noun. 1. structural member - support that is a constituent part of any structure or building. beam - long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction. bracing, brace - a structural member used to stiffen a framework.
Example: used in large structures and buildings
en: miembro de acero
Steel plate
Concept
Steel plate is a plate of metal, specifically steel, that can be cut and manufactured into a more elaborate product. Steel plates come in a range of thicknesses, and can be manufactured to a length or width that you need.
Example: used to strengthen foundations and uphold mass units of weight like bridges.
en: Placa de acero
Steel reinforcement
Concept
Rebar, also known as reinforcement steel and reinforcing steel, is a steel bar or mesh of steel wires used in reinforced concrete and masonry structures to strengthen and hold the concrete in tension. To improve the quality of the bond with the concrete, the surface of rebar is often patterned.
en: Refuerzo de acero
Steel reinforcing
Concept
Steel reinforcement are steel bars that are provided in combination with plain cement concrete to make it reinforced concrete. Hence these structures form steel reinforced cement concrete structure (R.C.C). Steel reinforcement is commonly called as 'rebars'.
Example: It is used in bridges, buildings, skyscrapers, homes, warehouses, and foundations to increase the strength of a concrete structure.
en: Refuerzo de acero
Steel rod
Concept
Steel rods, called rebars, placed in the lower portion of a concrete slab prevent that slab from cracking when subjected to that tensile bending force. From: Construction Process Planning and Management, 2010.
Example: Thanks to its versatile applications, steel bars find itself in the epicenter of most of engineering industries, be it automotive, textile, fabrication, construction, cement, ship building, paper and pulp, defence, heavy earth moving equipments or aerospace
en: Barra de acero
Steel sections
Concept
Steel sections are the bread and butter of steel fabrication. Designers, architects and engineers choose different sections for their aesthetics and structural qualities – their choices determined by size, weight and profile. Steel is extremely versatile and can be moulded to many different shapes.
Example: used in many buildings as steel is very versatile
en: Sección de acero
supports
concept
bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.
Example: can be made of wood os steel
en: apoyos
tie something back to
concept
tie back. To draw and restrain something back and out of the way.
Example: tie two columns
en: atar algo
transfers
concept
the process known as “transfer.” This was accomplished by temporarily adhering a substantial support of paper and, possibly, canvas to the front surface and then cutting away the wood on the back. An entirely new support, of either panel or canvas, was then adhered to the back, and the…
Example: can be made of wood or steel
en: transferencias
unreinforced concrete
concept
Concrete without reinforcement or reinforced only for shrinkage or temperature changes.
Example: used in any structure
en: hormigón no reforzado
urban fabric
concept
The term 'urban fabric' describes the physical characteristics of urban areas, that is, cities, and towns. This includes the streetscapes, buildings, soft and hard landscaping, signage, lighting, roads and other infrastructure.
Example: a good accommodation in the apples that attracts attention in the satellite view
en: trama urbana
wedge anchor
concept
"Wedge anchor" is a generic term for a type of anchor used to fasten a variety of materials to concrete.
