1. A temporary or auxiliary structural framework used in construction to support formwork or other elements during building construction
The shadow structure was erected to hold the concrete formwork in place during the pouring process.
A estrutura fantasma foi erguida para manter a fôrma de concreto no lugar durante o processo de concretagem.
2. In architecture and engineering, a supporting framework that is not part of the final building design
Engineers designed a shadow structure to temporarily brace the facade during renovation.
Os engenheiros projetaram uma estrutura fantasma para escorar temporariamente a fachada durante a renovação.
3. A framework that mirrors or parallels the main structure but serves a distinct supporting purpose
The shadow structure provided stability without interfering with the main architectural design.
A estrutura fantasma forneceu estabilidade sem interferir no projeto arquitetônico principal.