sectional view
[SEK-shuh-nul vyoo]
nounpl: sectional views
vista em seção
1. A technical drawing or diagram that shows the internal structure of an object by depicting it as if a vertical plane has cut through it, revealing the cross-section
The architect provided a sectional view of the building to show the different floor levels and interior layout.
O arquiteto forneceu uma vista em seção do prédio para mostrar os diferentes níveis de andares e o layout interior.
2. In engineering and technical drawings, a representation showing internal details, dimensions, and material compositions that would be hidden in a standard front or top view
The sectional view revealed the wall thickness and insulation materials used in the construction.
A vista em seção revelou a espessura da parede e os materiais de isolamento utilizados na construção.
Sectional views are fundamental in Brazilian and Portuguese engineering and architecture practices, taught extensively in technical schools. They follow specific standards (NBR in Brazil, NP in Portugal) for proper representation of internal details, material patterns, and dimensions. This technical drawing method is essential for construction, manufacturing, and engineering projects.
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