right-angle alignment
[/raɪt ˈæŋɡəl əˈlaɪnmənt/]
nounpl: right-angle alignments
alinhamento em ângulo reto
1. The precise positioning of two or more objects, surfaces, or lines so that they meet or are oriented at exactly 90 degrees to each other
The carpenter ensured right-angle alignment between the wall and the floor before installing the baseboard.
O carpinteiro garantiu o alinhamento em ângulo reto entre a parede e o piso antes de instalar a rodapé.
2. In engineering and construction, the state of being perpendicular; forming a 90-degree angle
Right-angle alignment is critical for the structural integrity of the building framework.
O alinhamento em ângulo reto é crítico para a integridade estrutural da estrutura do edifício.
3. In technical drawing and design, the orthogonal positioning of elements relative to a reference axis
The CAD software automatically checks for right-angle alignment of all architectural components.
O software CAD verifica automaticamente o alinhamento em ângulo reto de todos os componentes arquitetônicos.
Right-angle alignment is a fundamental concept in construction and engineering practices in both Brazil and the United States. The term reflects the emphasis on precision and quality in professional building standards. In Brazil's construction industry, attention to proper alignment is often discussed in the context of 'obra bem feita' (well-executed work), indicating craftsmanship and adherence to specifications.
Related Idioms & Phrases
square it up - to ensure right-angle alignment
plumb and square - ensuring both vertical and right-angle alignment
true and square - properly aligned at right angles
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