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graphical
The PAS1192 term has been replaced by ISO19650 term ‘geometrical’ Geometrical is more appropriate to describe spatial positioning and relationships
Resources Description Framework (RDF)
Resources Description Framework (RDF) major component of the semantic web as they provide a means for identifying resources with Namespace (NS)
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
delivery phase
part of the life cycle (3.2.10), during which an asset (3.2.8) is designed, constructed and commissioned [cited from ISO 19650-1:2018(en), 3.2.11] ISO 19650-2:2018 Standard dedicated to the delivery phase
Appointment
Equivalent to PAS1192 term ‘Contract’ The more generic term appointment has been used in ISO 19650 instead of contract. This means one term can be
Sequence Flow (Normal or Uncontrolled)
A sequence flow is used to show the order in which activities in a process or choreography will be performed.[1] Symbol 1] Silver, B. (2009).
Appointed Party context of information exchange
ELI5-S2: BIM in Practice E6: Appointed Party context of information exchange Understanding the Appointed Party (T2-T4) Context of Information Exchange in BIM Welcome to the
BIM Levels
The transition from the BIM Levels to the concepts in the ISO 19650 series and the UK BIM Framework represents a shift in how we
The Centre for Digital Built Britain
The Centre for Digital Built Britain (CDBB) CDBB is a partnership between the University of Cambridge and The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
BS 8541-2:2011
Library objects for architecture, engineering and construction Part 2: Recommended 2D symbols of building elements for use in building information modelling Note: ISO 22014 and
Parametric behaviour
The parametric behaviour of an object describes whether its shape, position, and orientation are designed to be dependent on other information associated with the object
Operations and Maintenance (O&M)
Describes the functions, duties, and labour associated with the operations of an asset, including repairs, replacement of parts and structural components, and other activities needed
process
set of interrelated or interacting activities that transforms inputs into outputs [SOURCE: ISO 9000:2005, definition 3.4.1 (without notes)] ISO 14040:2006(en), 3.11 It is a PAS1192 term replaced
BS EN ISO 12006-2:2020
Building construction – Organization of information about construction works Part 2: Framework for classification
trigger event
a planned or unplanned event that changes an asset (3.2.8) or it’s status during its life cycle (3.2.10), which results in information exchange (3.3.7) [cited from ISO 19650-1:2018(en), 3.2.13]
VADs
Overview Visual Alarm Devices (VADs) Welcome to our guide on Visual Alarm Devices (VADs). Sourced from leading standards and guidelines, including the CoP-0001 Loss Prevention
Additive manufacturing
Additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, is the process of creating products by layering materials until a complete 3D object is created. The
Post-COVID 19 pandemic Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) Industry
Introduction The COVID19 pandemic has impacted global health and the economy. This report explores the shift in Building Information Modelling (BIM) and associated technology, its
Complete information
adjective In Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC), complete information is information which includes all the necessary and typical parts or elements, lacking nothing. For the
BS 8541-1:2012
Library objects for architecture, engineering and constructionPart 1: Identification and classification – Code of practice Note: ISO 22014 and ISO 22057 are under development tosupersede