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naming
The term naming in PAS 1192 is related to information container naming strategy, in ISO 19650 the therm is replaced by term ‘identification’ meaning remains the same

Cutting Geometry with Nested Void Families in Revit
1. Generic Host in the Face-Based Family When you are in the face-based family, create void, and Cut the Generic Host This setup essentially simulates the cutting action within the
Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) integration with Industry 4.0
The meaning of the term Industry 4.0 has not been concluded. There is a level of ambiguity of what it means for the construction industry[1] According to Jim Mansfield,
CDE gate
Transition [ISO19650] Transition is used to denote change (in the state of the information container)
Technical Committee (TC)
a Technical Committee (TC), which develops standards in a certain sector or industry; https://www.iso.org/glossary.html
Device rating (In)
Circuit Protective Device rating,or ‘In’ in Amperes. If the overload setting can be adjusted, then the ‘adjusted rating’ is known as ‘Ir’.
purposeful
having a definite objective and strong desire to achieve it In the context of BIM, it describes a people-centric transformation, regarding information as an asset

Domestic PV sizing rule-of-thumb (RoT)
Domestic PV sizing rule-of-thumb (RoT) Grid-tied, focused on self-consumption UK rule-of-thumb (RoT) Peak Sun Hours (PSH): 3.5 summer, 2.0 spring/autumn, 1.0 winter For calc use Peak Sun Hours (PSH) =
individual thing
the concept that classifies any real-world or imaginary thing that has an individuality that is not dependent on a commonality between things Note 1 to entry: This standard is about kinds
Management of Sustainability in BIM
Introduction Sustainability in terms of Building Information Modelling (BIM) was defined as the sixth dimension of BIM by a large consulting firm as “what to do in terms of sustainability”[1]
Subcommittee (SC)
a Subcommittee (SC), which addresses a specialized area within a TC; https://www.iso.org/glossary.html
macro diffusion dynamics
adoption model which identifies three diffusion dynamics top-down, bottom-up and middle-out Macro-Diffusion Dynamics model v1.1 (full size, current version). Macro-BIM adoption: Conceptual structures http://bit.ly/BIMPaperA8
Quality Planning (QP)
Quality Planning (QP) is a framework which specifies quality standards, practices, resources, and the sequence of activities The quality plan should define:[1] Objectives to be achieved A workflow that represents
identification
The “identification” is ISO 19650 term equivalent to PAS 1192 term ‘naming’
BS EN ISO 19650-1:2018
Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) — Information management using building information modelling Part 1: Concepts and principles
Activity (Task)
A task is an atomic activity that is part of a process. When the work in the process is not broken down to a finer level of process detail, a
BS 8541-5:2015
Library objects for architecture, engineering and construction Part 5: Assemblies – Code of practice Note: ISO 22014 and ISO 22057 are under development tosupersede BS 8541, parts 1-6.
Project Information Standards
Project Information standards shall be covered within the BIM Execution Plan (BEP). Standards In line with BIM Goals and Uses to ensure continuity that information containers are structured, coordinated, managed
BS 8541-4:2012
Library objects for architecture, engineering and construction Part 4: Attributes for specification and assessment – Code of practice Note: ISO 22014 and ISO 22057 are under development tosupersede BS 8541,
Geographic Information System (GIS)
A geographic information system (GIS) is a framework for gathering, managing, and analyzing data. Rooted in the science of geography, GIS integrates many types of data. It analyzes spatial location
Working Group (WG)
WORKING GROUP (WG) Specialized group within a committee that is responsible for drafting a particular standard or set of deliverables. It is usually quite small, composed of experts and headed by
area of competence
area of an expert’s […] proficiency and knowledge associated to one or several groups of properties BS EN ISO 23386:2020
Navisworks file format (NWF)
When saving to a “Navisworks file format (NWF), only a list with pointers to the files currently loaded is saved, along with the scene’s environment, the current view, clash results,
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is used to maintain the supply to an essential service duringmains supply outages. On loss ofmains supply,a storage device in the UPS (battery) continues to
Gateway (Inclusive)
[Or] When a branch splits, one or more branches are activated. Before merging, all active incoming branches must be completed.[1] Symbol 1] Silver, B. (2009). BPMN Method and Style: A
BIM Strategic Lead
Responsible for project strategic direction from the tender stage, guides project set up and advises on the project when needed. Typical Lead Appointed Party BIM staff duties include: Development of
Cyber-Physical Systems
Systems that include integrations of computation, networking, and physical processes with feedback loops where physical processes affect computations and vice versa4. An example of a Cyber-Physical System is a Digital
Fabrication Model
Digital Model(s) created from shop drawings to support fabrication and installation. Fabrication models are reviewed and approved by the A/E for conformance to design specifications.1 1 The Massachusetts Port Authority,
Model Production Delivery Table (MPDT)
An MPDT its old PAS 1192 term, the MPDT defines who produces what, when and to what level of detail. The recent publication of ISO 19650 standards does not include
vulnerability
weakness that can be exploited to cause harm [cited from ISO 19650-5:2020(en), 3.15]
engineer
a person who designs and superintends the carrying out of civil engineering works, structures of buildings, installation of services, or who maintains such civil engineering works, structures or services https://www.iso.org/obp/ui#iso:std:iso:6707:-2:ed-3:v1:en:term:3.8.25
BS EN ISO 29481-1:2017
Building information models – Information delivery manual Part 1: Methodology and format
Business goals
Business goals drive organisational outcomes, helping to keep the focus on the company’s important short and long term priorities. The goals must be defined, understood, tracked, analysed, and measured to
Virtual Design and Construction
Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) is the use of design models and project information to apply construction processes in a virtual environment to reduce time, cost, and ensure design intent.
Sub-Process (Collapsed)
The diagram does not show the details of the sub-process. A “plus” sign in the shape’s lower-left corner indicates that the activity is a sub-process with a lower level of

Lead Appointed Party context of information exchange
ELI5-S2: BIM in Practice E5: Lead Appointing Party context of information exchange Understanding the Lead Appointed Party (T1) Context of Information Exchange in BIM Welcome to the fifth installment of

Junction Boxes
Junction Box Requirements in Electrical Installations To ensure compliance with BS 7671:2018+A2:2022, the following requirements apply when using junction boxes in electrical installations: 1. Compliance with BS EN 60670-22 Any

data
ELI5-S1 BIM Basics E18_data Understanding Data in BIM: The Foundation of Smart Asset Management When we think about Building Information Modeling (BIM), it’s easy to get lost in the complexity
Quality Assurance (QA)
Quality assurance (QA) is the action or process of verification that a requirement in terms of quality is being met. Managing the quality involves planning, establishing a workflow for fulfilling,

federation strategy
ELI5-S1: BIM Basics E4: Federation Strategy Explained The purpose of the federation strategy and the Information Container (model) breakdown structure is to help plan the production of information by separate
National digital twin
An ecosystem of digital twins connected via securely shared data. https://www.cdbb.cam.ac.uk/DFTG/GeminiPrinciples
Employer’s Information Requirements (EIR)
The PAS 1192 term Employer Information Requirements (EIR) has been replaced by Exchange Information Requirements (EIR) on projects where ISO 19650 standards are applicable. Employer’s information requirements (EIR) also use
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operation (AECO)
Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operation usually expressed as acronym AECO is an extension of the Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC). Both terms are related to the entire built environment, not just
Master Schedule
The purpose of a project schedule is to define how the project should be delivered and maintained based on the available resources. The development of a timetable is the first
BS 8541-3:2012
Library objects for architecture, engineering and construction Part 3: Shape and measurement – Code of practice Note: ISO 22014 and ISO 22057 are under development tosupersede BS 8541, parts 1-6.

BS ISO 8000-2:2020
Data quality Part 2: Vocabulary ISO 8000 is an emerging technology standard for organizations that want to improve business processes and control operating costs throughout the product life cycle from
Asset Information Requirements (AIR)
Term introduced by ISO 19650 set of standards is related to information required during the operation phase of an asset AIR define managerial, commercial and technical aspects of information production,
Cable k2s2
k2s2 its an Energy withstand of cable in A2s. For example,a cable with a withstand of 12 x 104 A2s, can sustain without permanentdamage,a fault current of 1,000 A for
BS 8536-2:2016
Briefing for design and constructionPart 2: Code of practice for asset management (Linear and geographical infrastructure)








