20. Słówka

noun - is a protective barrier or railing system designed to prevent people or vehicles from falling off elevated areas, such as bridges, balconies, and construction sites, or from straying into dangerous zones.

noun - is a component placed between a bridge's superstructure (deck and girders) and substructure (piers and abutments) that transfers loads and allows controlled movement.

noun - refers to the magnitude, frequency, and distribution of weight and forces exerted by vehicles and their movement on structures and pavements over their design life.

noun - is a temporary structure that supports a permanent structure, such as concrete or steel elements, until it has achieved sufficient strength to support itself.

noun - refers to the design, installation, and maintenance of complex systems that transport fluids for various applications, including potable water delivery, waste removal, heating, cooling, and stormwater management.

noun - is a technical drawing that visually represents a building's water supply, drainage, and waste removal systems, using symbols to show pipes, fixtures, and valves.

noun - is a service pipe that transports treated water from the public water main to a property or a building's internal plumbing system.

noun - refers to the primary, principal lines or systems that deliver essential utilities such as water, gas, or electricity to a community or building.

noun - refers to a joint designed to prevent the passage of soil or water into it, often using seals like rubber or geotextile filters to maintain its integrity against infiltration.

adj - describes a defect where a system, such as a pipe, roof, or building envelope, permits the unintended passage of fluids (liquids or gases) or air through cracks, holes, or permeable materials.

noun - is a device that controls the flow of fluids or gases within a system by opening, closing, or partially obstructing a passageway, essential for regulating water supply, managing sewage, and ensuring safety in various infrastructure projects.

noun - is a device installed in a pipeline to completely stop the flow of a liquid or gas when necessary.

noun - is a device installed in a water system to measure and record the volume of water that flows through a pipe or conduit (a channel for conveying water or other fluid).

noun - is a flexible mechanical seal that fills the space between two mating surfaces to prevent the leakage of liquids, gases, or other substances from a pipeline, joint, or structure.

noun - a self-adhesive composite material of bitumen and a geotextile, designed for the long-term repair and sealing of cracks, joints, and seams in asphalt and concrete pavements.