Glossary made to learn some words and terms of the architecture.
Asphaltic concrete
Noun
Is a composite material commonly used to surface roads, parking lots, airports, and the core of embankment dams.
Example: I Like to drive my car on the asphaltic concrete
es: hormigón asfáltico
Axis
Noun
A straight line that bisects at right angles a system of parallel chords of a curve and divides the curve into two symmetrical parts.
Example: The dorsal spine is the axis of the body
es: Eje
Backup wall
noun
Common interior walls (backup walls) are cold-formed steel framed walls with water-resistant sheathing and concrete masonry.
Example: My construcction already hsa tthe backup walls
es: Muro de respaldo
Brick courses
noun
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: I mess up doing the brick courses
es: cursos de ladrillo
Cellular concrete
noun
a low-density product consisting of portland cement, cement-silica, cement-pozzolan, lime-pozzolan, or lime-silica pastes, or pastes containing blends of these ingredients and having a homogeneous void or cell structure, attained with gas-forming chemicals or foaming agents.
Example: I already buy the cellular concrete
es: hormigón celular
Colored concrete
noun
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: I like this color of the colored concrete
es: hormigón coloreado
Concrete block
noun
A concrete block is primarily used as a building material in the construction of walls. It is sometimes called a concrete masonry unit (CMU). A concrete block is one of several precast concrete products used in construction.
Example: My house is made of concrete block
es: Bloque de concreto
Cured concrete
noun
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: We need 21 days to get a good cured concrete
es: hormigón curado
Dovetail insert
noun
a joint made by inserting tenon on one piece into mortise holes in the other.
Example: I already do the dovetail insert
es: inserto de cola de milano
Edges
noun
the outside limit of an object, area, or surface; a place or part farthest away from the center of something.
Example: I´m living at the edge
es: Bordes
Exposed concrete
noun
Exposed concrete refers to concrete whose surface is a visible part of the architectural and interior design of the building.
Example: I like this desing with this exposed concrete
es: hormigón visto
Gravity load
noun
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: Calculate the gravity load
es: carga de gravedad
Green concrete
noun
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: I like the green concrete ´cus I like hulk
es: hormigón verde
Grid
noun
a framework of spaced bars that are parallel to or cross each other; a grating.
Example: I made a grid to do my composition homework
es: Cuadrícula
Hanging off
Verb
To be suspended from something: The ornaments hang off the chandelier. 2. To hesitate or remain behind: Hang off on that decision until the boss gets back.
Example: That brick is almost hanging off
es: Colgando
Horizontal mortar joints
noun
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.
es: Juntas de mortero horizontales
Insulating concrete
noun
Insulating concrete form or insulated concrete form (ICF) is a system of formwork for reinforced concrete usually made with a rigid thermal insulation that stays in place as a permanent interior and exterior substrate for walls, floors, and roofs. The forms are interlocking modular units that are dry-stacked (without mortar) and filled with concrete.
Example: I already prepared the insulating concrete
es: hormigón aislante
Ladder-type systems
noun
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: I csn´t understand the ladder-type system
es: Sistemas tipo escalera
Laterally
noun
at, toward, or from the side or sides; sideways.
Example: I can´t go up, so I had to go laterally
es: lateralmente
Masonry ties
noun
They are used to join the two leaves of a cavity wall together, allowing the two parts to act as a homogeneous unit. Hidden from view after construction, wall ties play a vital role in ensuring the stability of a
es: lazos de albañilería
Metal Channel
Noun
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: We already out the metal channel
es: Canal Metálico
Metal Decking
Noun
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: We use the Metal decker to make the roof
es: Tarima metálica
Metal framing
Noun
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: Metal framing can be structural
es: estructura metálica
Metal grating
Noun
An open grid assembly of metal bars, in which the bearing bars, running in one direction, are spaced by rigid attachment to cross bars running perpendicular to them or by bent connecting bars extending between them.
Example: We messed up making the metal grating
es: rejilla metalica
Metal panel
Noun
Metal architecture is all around us: it’s used to make roofs, gutter systems and is growing in popularity for wall applications in commercial and residential buildings. Whether you work in the metal construction industry, are deciding whether to use metal wall panels in your home or business, or just looking for research material, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the basics of metal wall panels before you make any final decisions or purchases.
Example: We use the metal panel to make the building
es: panel metalico
Metal rod
Noun
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: I used that metal rod to make the building
es: Barra de metal
Metal roofing
Noun
A metal roof is a roofing system made from metal pieces or tiles characterized by its high resistance, impermeability and longevity. It is a component of the building envelope. Zinc, copper and steel alloys are commonly used.
Example: I used the metal roofing in that house
es: Techo de metal
Metal stud
Noun
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: I lost the metal stud
es: Perno de metal
Metal tubing
Noun
Metal tube (tubing) is made of metallic elements or alloys and is designed for specific industrial applications. Compared to other types of tubing, metal tube is stronger and most robust, making it better suited for structural applications and high-pressure fluid flow.
Example: We use metal tubing in the construction
es: tubos metálicos
Milestone
noun
stone set up beside a road to mark the distance in miles to a particular place.
Example: I like the Eiffel Tower, is a nice milestone
es: Hito
Multi-story
noun
having more than two stories a multistory apartment building.
Example: This building has to many multistory
es: de varios pisos
Node
noun
a point at which lines or pathways intersect or branch; a central or connecting point.
Example: All streets have node
es: Nodo
Plot
noun
A site plan is an architectural, engineering, and/or landscape architectural plan drawing diagram that shows the buildings, utility tracks and equipment layout, the position of roads, and other construction of an existing or proposed project site on a site. defined scale.
Example: Most of the compositions have plot
es: Trama
Porous concrete
noun
is a special type of concrete with a high porosity used for concrete flatwork applications that allows water from precipitation and other sources to pass directly through, thereby reducing the runoff from a site and allowing groundwater recharge.
Example: I use the porous concrete sometimes
es: hormigón poroso
Precast concrete
noun
Precast concrete is a construction product produced by casting concrete in a reusable mold or "form" which is then cured in a controlled environment, transported to the construction site and lifted into place ("tilt up"). In contrast, cast-in-place concrete is poured into site-specific forms and cured on site
Example: I use this precast concrete to be more especific at the calculation of the estructure
es: Concreto prefabricado
Prestressed concrete
noun
Prestressed concrete is a form of concrete used in construction. It is substantially "prestressed" (compressed) during production, in a manner that strengthens it against tensile forces which will exist when in service.
Example: I use this prestressed concrete to be quicker in the construccion
es: Hormigón pretensado
Reinforces concrete
noun
reinforced concrete, concrete in which steel is embedded in such a manner that the two materials act together in resisting forces.
Example: Use this reinforced concrete to build
es: Concreto reforzado
Relief angle
noun
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.
es: Ángulo de alivio
Steel angle
Noun
Angle Steel, commonly known as Angle Iron, is the two sides of each other into a vertical angle of the long steel. There are equal angle steel and unequal angle steel points. Of equal-sided Angle Steel, having two sides of equal width. The specification is expressed by the number of millimeters of side width × side width × side thickness.
Example: I don´t know what is steel angle
es: Ángulo de acero
Steel beam
Noun
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. These beams can be straight or curved.
Example: The steel beam fell off
es: Viga de acero
Steel column
Noun
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: We already put all the steel coluumns
es: Columna de acero
Steel framing
Noun
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: We use the Steel framing to make the building
es: estructura de acero
Steel josit
Noun
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: We already bought the steel joist
es: vigueta de acero
Steel member
Steel members are structural elements capable of large deformations and still resist large forces.
Example: support that is a constituent part of any structure or building.
Steel members are structural elements capable of large deformations and still resist large forces.
Example: Support that is a constituent part of any structure or building.
es: miembro de acero
Steel plate
Noun
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: I already put the steel plate right there
es: Placa de acero
Steel reinforcement
Noun
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: I already get my vaccune reforcement, like the steel reinforcement
es: Refuerzo de acero
Steel reinforcing
Noun
Most people are familiar with reinforcing steel, commonly called "rebar". It is used in bridges, buildings, skyscrapers, homes, warehouses, and foundations to increase the strength of a concrete structure.
Example: I ate beans, I already get my steel reinforcing
es: Refuerzo de acero
Steel rod
Noun
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.
Example: I used the steel rod to make that bridge
es: Barra de acero
Steel sections
Noun
The steel section describes the profile or shape of a structural steel member.
Example: Steel sections are the bread and butter of steel fabrication. Designers, architects and engineers choose different sections for their aesthetics and structural qualities
es: Secciones de acero
Supports
noun
bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.
Example: This columns are supporting this estructure
es: Soporte
Tie (something) back to
Verb
To draw and restrain something back and out of the way.
Example: I´m going to tie my shoes
es: Atar (algo) de nuevo a
Trajectory and circulation
noun
In fluid mechanics, meteorology and oceanography, a trajectory traces the motion of a single point, often called a parcel, in the flow.
Trajectories are useful for tracking atmospheric contaminants, such as smoke plumes, and as constituents to Lagrangian simulations, such as contour advection or semi-Lagrangian schemes.
Example: This streets are good example of trajectory and circulation
es: Trayectoria y circulación
Transfers
noun
to move to a different place, region, or situation especially : to withdraw from one educational institution to enroll at another.
Example: I´m going to transfer my job to an other city
es: Transferencias
Unreinforced concrete
noun
Concrete without reinforcement or reinforced only for shrinkage or temperature changes.
Example: Don´t use this concrete for the columns, this is unreinforced concrete
es: hormigón no armado
Urban legibility
noun
Legibility is one of the principles of urban design. Legibility means the possibility of organizing an environment within an imageable and coherent pattern.
Example: I like this streets, the urban legibility is very esay to read
es: legibilidad urbana
Wedge anchor
noun
"Wedge anchor" is a generic term for a type of anchor used to fasten a variety of materials to concrete. Some companies have different brand names for their wedge anchors such as Kwik Bolt, Power Stud, and Thunderstud.
