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Architettura e Costruzione - Strumenti di Misura e Disegno

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative agli strumenti di misurazione e disegno come "rilevatore di montanti", "clinometro" e "asta prismatica".

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voltage tester
voltage tester
[sostantivo]

a handheld tool used to determine the presence or absence of electrical voltage in a circuit or electrical outlet

tester di tensione, rilevatore di tensione

tester di tensione, rilevatore di tensione

Ex: Before starting any electrical repairs, it is important to use a voltage tester to ensure the circuit is not live. 
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multimeter
multimeter
[sostantivo]

an electrical testing device that combines multiple measurement functions in one tool, typically used to measure voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits

multimetro, tester universale

multimetro, tester universale

Ex: Before replacing any components, he used a multimeter to check the circuit for any electrical issues. 
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circuit breaker finder

a device used to locate and identify specific circuit breakers in an electrical panel or distribution board

localizzatore di interruttori automatici, rilevatore di interruttori automatici

localizzatore di interruttori automatici, rilevatore di interruttori automatici

Ex: I used the circuit breaker finder to avoid flipping all the switches when I needed to turn off power to the garage. 
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megohmmeter
megohmmeter
[sostantivo]

a specialized electrical testing instrument used to measure the resistance or insulation quality of electrical insulation materials, such as wires, cables, motors, and transformers

megohmetro, test di isolamento

megohmetro, test di isolamento

Ex: The electrician used a megohmmeter to check the insulation resistance of the cables before installation. 
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circuit analyzer
circuit analyzer
[sostantivo]

a device used to check the electrical condition of outlets, circuits, and wiring in buildings

analizzatore di circuiti, tester di circuiti

analizzatore di circuiti, tester di circuiti

Ex: Before installing new equipment, the engineer used a circuit analyzer to make sure the electrical circuits were safe. 
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tape measure
tape measure
[sostantivo]

a flexible measuring tool consisting of a long strip of metal, cloth, or plastic with measurement markings, used to measure lengths and distances accurately

misura di nastro

misura di nastro

Ex: The carpenter used a tape measure to determine the length of the wooden board needed for the shelf. 
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steel square
steel square
[sostantivo]

a measuring and marking tool with a straight edge and a perpendicular arm, typically made of steel, used in carpentry and construction for checking right angles and laying out accurate measurements

squadra d'acciaio, squadra da carpentiere

squadra d'acciaio, squadra da carpentiere

Ex: The carpenter used a steel square to ensure the corners of the frame were perfectly aligned. 
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wood moisture meter

a handheld device that measures the moisture content in wood for woodworking and construction purposes

misuratore di umidità del legno, igrometro per legno

misuratore di umidità del legno, igrometro per legno

Ex: The carpenter used a wood moisture meter to check if the planks were ready for sanding. 
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chalk line
chalk line
[sostantivo]

a carpentry tool consisting of a reel or container filled with powdered chalk and a string, used to create a straight reference line on a surface by snapping the string coated with chalk

linea di gesso, cordella per gesso

linea di gesso, cordella per gesso

Ex: The carpenter used a chalk line to mark the spot where the wall studs would be installed. 
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electrical meter
electrical meter
[sostantivo]

a device used to measure and monitor the amount of electrical energy consumed in a building or specific electrical circuit

contatore elettrico, misuratore elettrico

contatore elettrico, misuratore elettrico

Ex: The electrician used an electrical meter to check the voltage in the circuit before starting the repairs. 
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yardstick
yardstick
[sostantivo]

a long, slender measuring tool typically made of wood or metal and marked with measurements in yards, feet, and inches

metro a nastro, righello di misurazione

metro a nastro, righello di misurazione

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stud finder
stud finder
[sostantivo]

a handheld device that utilizes electronic or magnetic sensors to detect the presence and location of wooden or metal studs hidden behind drywall or other wall materials

rilevatore di montanti, cercatore di montanti

rilevatore di montanti, cercatore di montanti

Ex: He used a stud finder to make sure he drilled into the wall's studs when hanging the picture frame. 
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level
level
[sostantivo]

an instrument showing horizontal alignment when a bubble is centered in a liquid tube

livella, livella a bolla

livella, livella a bolla

Ex: He placed the level across the beam to ensure accuracy. 
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sliding bevel
sliding bevel
[sostantivo]

a woodworking tool consisting of a handle and an adjustable blade that can be set and locked at any angle

falsa squadra, squadra regolabile

falsa squadra, squadra regolabile

Ex: The carpenter used a sliding bevel to measure the angle of the roof before cutting the beams. 
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laser level
laser level
[sostantivo]

a tool that emits a visible laser beam to project a straight, level, or plumb line onto a surface, facilitating precise alignment and positioning during construction, carpentry, or other projects

livella laser, laser di livellamento

livella laser, laser di livellamento

Ex: The contractor used a laser level to make sure the foundation was perfectly level before starting the construction. 
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spirit level
spirit level
[sostantivo]

a tool consisting of a vial filled with liquid and an air bubble used to determine horizontal or vertical alignment

livella a bolla, livella

livella a bolla, livella

Ex: The builder used a spirit level to ensure the shelf was straight on the wall. 
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torpedo level
torpedo level
[sostantivo]

a compact level with multiple vials, including horizontal, vertical, and 45-degree angles, commonly used in tight spaces for accurate leveling

livella a bolla torpedine, livella torpedine

livella a bolla torpedine, livella torpedine

Ex: The plumber used a torpedo level to make sure the pipe was perfectly horizontal before securing it. 
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box level
box level
[sostantivo]

a long level with multiple vials used for measuring horizontal, vertical, and 45-degree angles, providing accurate leveling over larger surfaces

livella a bolla, livella da muratore

livella a bolla, livella da muratore

Ex: The carpenter used the box level to make sure the wall was perfectly straight. 
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line level
line level
[sostantivo]

a small level designed to be attached to a string or line to ensure proper alignment in a horizontal plane

livello a filo, livello da corda

livello a filo, livello da corda

Ex: The contractor used a line level to ensure the fence posts were perfectly aligned. 
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digital level
digital level
[sostantivo]

an electronic tool that utilizes sensors to measure angles and provides digital readouts of level or plumb measurements, offering precise and convenient leveling capabilities

livella digitale, livella elettronica

livella digitale, livella elettronica

Ex: I used the digital level to ensure the picture frame was hung straight on the wall. 
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transit level
transit level
[sostantivo]

a surveying instrument that combines a telescope with a spirit level, used for measuring horizontal and vertical angles, as well as distances, in surveying and construction projects

livello di transito, livello a cannocchiale

livello di transito, livello a cannocchiale

Ex: The surveyor used a transit level to measure the elevation of the land before starting the construction project. 
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clinometer
clinometer
[sostantivo]

a specialized level or angle-measuring tool used for determining the angle of slope or inclination in various applications such as forestry, construction, and surveying

clinometro, inclinometro

clinometro, inclinometro

Ex: The engineer relied on a clinometer to check the angle of the roof for proper drainage. 
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machinist level
machinist level
[sostantivo]

a precision tool used in machining and metalworking to ensure the flatness and alignment of machine surfaces, providing accurate measurements for precise machining operations

livello da macchinista, livello di precisione per macchinista

livello da macchinista, livello di precisione per macchinista

Ex: He carefully adjusted the machine with a machinist level to guarantee precise cuts. 
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mason's level
mason's level
[sostantivo]

a specialized level used in masonry work, typically featuring one or two vials, and is designed to assist in aligning bricks, blocks, or other construction materials accurately

livella da muratore, livella a bolla per muratura

livella da muratore, livella a bolla per muratura

Ex: After laying the first row of stones, she checked them with the mason's level to confirm the alignment. 
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plumb bob
plumb bob
[sostantivo]

a weight attached to a string or line used by plumbers and builders to establish vertical alignment and ensure accuracy in construction

filo a piombo, piombino

filo a piombo, piombino

Ex: ChatGPT The construction worker used a plumb bob to ensure the wall was perfectly straight. 
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carpenter's level
carpenter's level
[sostantivo]

a heavy-duty level commonly used in carpentry and woodworking, featuring multiple vials for precise leveling of surfaces, ensuring accuracy in construction and installation projects

livella da carpentiere, livella a bolla da carpentiere

livella da carpentiere, livella a bolla da carpentiere

Ex: Using a carpenter's level, the carpenter made sure the stair railing was aligned properly. 
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concrete slump test

a test measuring the consistency of a concrete mix, mainly performed in a lab or at the site of construction

prova di abbassamento del calcestruzzo, prova del cono di Abrams

prova di abbassamento del calcestruzzo, prova del cono di Abrams

Ex: The contractor performed a concrete slump test to ensure the mix was the right consistency for the foundation. 
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total station
total station
[sostantivo]

an electronic surveying instrument that combines an electronic theodolite for measuring angles and a distance meter for measuring distances

stazione totale, tacheometro elettronico

stazione totale, tacheometro elettronico

Ex: The surveyor used a total station to accurately measure the distance between two points on the construction site. 
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theodolite
theodolite
[sostantivo]

precision optical instrument used for measuring horizontal and vertical angles in surveying and engineering applications

teodolite, strumento ottico di precisione

teodolite, strumento ottico di precisione

Ex: The surveyor used a theodolite to measure the angles between the reference points on the construction site. 
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penetrometer
penetrometer
[sostantivo]

a device used to measure the consistency or firmness of materials by assessing the depth of penetration of a probe or needle into the substance

penetrometro, dispositivo di misurazione della penetrazione

penetrometro, dispositivo di misurazione della penetrazione

Ex: Engineers often use a penetrometer to test the strength of concrete at construction sites. 
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compaction hammer
compaction hammer
[sostantivo]

a device used to assess the compaction properties and density of soil or asphalt by delivering a standardized impact to the surface and measuring the resulting resistance or penetration

martello di compattazione, mazza di compattazione

martello di compattazione, mazza di compattazione

Ex: The contractor used a compaction hammer to ensure the soil was tightly packed before laying the foundation. 
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leveling rod
leveling rod
[sostantivo]

a graduated rod used in surveying to determine differences in elevation or establish benchmarks

asta di livellamento, palo di livellamento

asta di livellamento, palo di livellamento

Ex: The surveyor used the leveling rod to measure the height difference between the two points on the construction site. 
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dumpy level
dumpy level
[sostantivo]

a surveying instrument used to establish horizontal levels and measure height differences

livella ottica, livella a cannocchiale

livella ottica, livella a cannocchiale

Ex: The surveyor used a dumpy level to check the level of the ground before starting the foundation work. 
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measuring wheel
measuring wheel
[sostantivo]

a wheel-like device with a calibrated measuring mechanism used to measure distances on the ground

ruota di misurazione, odometro a ruota

ruota di misurazione, odometro a ruota

Ex: She walked along the path with a measuring wheel to determine how much material would be needed for the walkway. 
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protractor
protractor
[sostantivo]

a measuring instrument used to measure and draw angles

goniometro, squadra goniometrica

goniometro, squadra goniometrica

Ex: The teacher used a protractor to show how to measure angles in the geometry lesson. 
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prism pole
prism pole
[sostantivo]

a telescopic pole with a prism on top used in surveying for accurate measurements and positioning

asta a prisma, palo a prisma

asta a prisma, palo a prisma

Ex: The surveyor set up the prism pole at the corner of the property to measure the distance accurately. 
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architect's scale
architect's scale
[sostantivo]

specialized ruler with different scales for accurately measuring and drawing scaled plans and elevations

scala dell'architetto, riga dell'architetto

scala dell'architetto, riga dell'architetto

Ex: The students were taught how to use the architect's scale during their drafting class. 
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drafting board
drafting board
[sostantivo]

flat surface used by architects and drafters for manual drawing and drafting

tavola da disegno, tavolo da disegno

tavola da disegno, tavolo da disegno

Ex: The architect set up the blueprint on the drafting board to begin work on the new building design. 
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T-square
T-square
[sostantivo]

a straightedge tool with a perpendicular crosspiece used in conjunction with a drafting board for drawing straight lines and right angles

squadra a T, riga a T

squadra a T, riga a T

Ex: The architect used a T-square to draw perfectly straight lines on the blueprint. 
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compass
compass
[sostantivo]

an instrument with two legs, one holding a point and the other a pencil, used for drawing circles or arcs

compasso, compasso da disegno

compasso, compasso da disegno

Ex: The architect drew the dome's outline with a compass. 
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French curve
French curve
[sostantivo]

a flexible curved ruler used for drawing smooth curves and irregular shapes

curva francese, righello flessibile per curve

curva francese, righello flessibile per curve

Ex: The designer used a French curve to add smooth, flowing lines to the blueprint. 
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scale ruler
scale ruler
[sostantivo]

a specialized ruler with multiple scales for accurately representing measurements on a drawing, such as architectural or engineering scales

righello a scala, scalimetro

righello a scala, scalimetro

Ex: The architect used a scale ruler to measure the dimensions of the building in the blueprint. 
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drafting triangle
drafting triangle
[sostantivo]

a triangular ruler used for drawing straight lines and angles, commonly available in 30-60-90 and 45-45-90 degree configurations

squadra da disegno, triangolo da disegno

squadra da disegno, triangolo da disegno

Ex: The architect used the drafting triangle to create the precise 45-degree angle on the blueprint. 
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drafting pencil
drafting pencil
[sostantivo]

a mechanical or lead pencil with various lead thicknesses (e.g., 0.5mm, 0.7mm) for precise and consistent lines

matita tecnica, portamina di precisione

matita tecnica, portamina di precisione

Ex: He always carries a drafting pencil in his bag to make sure he's ready for any last-minute sketches. 
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carpenter pencil
carpenter pencil
[sostantivo]

a rectangular or octagonal-shaped pencil with a flat, wide lead, commonly used in woodworking and carpentry for marking and drawing lines on various materials

matita da falegname, matita da carpentiere

matita da falegname, matita da carpentiere

Ex: The carpenter used a sharp carpenter pencil to mark the wood before cutting. 
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