isolated structure
[/ˈaɪ.sə.leɪ.tɪd ˈstrʌk.tʃər/]
nounpl: isolated structures
estrutura isolada
1. A building or construction that stands alone, separated from other structures by significant distance or physical barriers
The lighthouse is an isolated structure on the rocky coast.
O farol é uma estrutura isolada na costa rochosa.
2. In architecture and engineering, a standalone edifice designed or positioned independently without direct connection to adjacent buildings
The museum's modern design features an isolated structure surrounded by open space.
O design moderno do museu apresenta uma estrutura isolada cercada por espaço aberto.
3. A construction that operates independently, often used in urban planning to minimize structural interaction
The parking garage was built as an isolated structure to avoid affecting nearby buildings.
O estacionamento foi construído como uma estrutura isolada para não afetar os edifícios próximos.
In Brazil, the concept of 'estrutura isolada' is important in urban planning, especially in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, where space optimization and building separation are crucial for safety and aesthetics. The term is also used in structural engineering to describe seismic isolation design principles common in earthquake-prone regions.
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