structural specification
[/strʌkˈtʃərəl ˌspesɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: structural specifications
especificação estrutural
1. A detailed and precise description of the physical structure, design, and technical requirements of a building, machine, or system
The structural specification for the bridge included load-bearing capacity and material requirements.
A especificação estrutural da ponte incluía a capacidade de carga e requisitos de materiais.
2. Technical documentation that outlines how components, materials, and systems should be arranged and constructed
Engineers reviewed the structural specifications before beginning construction.
Os engenheiros analisaram as especificações estruturais antes de iniciar a construção.
3. In software or data systems, the formal definition of how data elements are organized and related
The database structural specification defines table relationships and constraints.
A especificação estrutural do banco de dados define relacionamentos e restrições de tabelas.
This is a formal technical term widely used in both Brazilian and American engineering, architecture, and construction industries. In Brazil, it is essential in regulatory compliance with NBR (Normas Técnicas Brasileiras) standards. In the USA, it aligns with building codes like the IBC (International Building Code). The term reflects the standardization and professionalization of the construction sector in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
within structural specifications
meet structural specifications
adhere to structural specifications
detailed structural specifications
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