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What are the most effective technical drawing translation practices?

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Technical drawings are essential documents for engineers, architects, designers, and other professionals who need to communicate complex and precise information visually. However, translating technical drawings from one language to another can pose many challenges and risks, such as misinterpretation, inconsistency, and loss of quality. To avoid these problems and ensure the accuracy and clarity of your technical drawings, you need to follow some effective translation practices. In this article, you will learn about six of these practices and how they can help you improve your technical drawing translation process.

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Rodrigo Almeida

Aircraft Maintenance Technician. ANAC Brazil-CHT Célula / GMP.

1 Use appropriate tools

The first step to translate technical drawings effectively is to use the right tools for the job. Depending on the format, complexity, and content of your drawings, you may need different types of software and hardware to handle them. For example, you may need a computer-aided design (CAD) program to edit and annotate vector-based drawings, a graphic design program to manipulate and convert raster-based drawings, or a document management system to organize and track your files. You may also need a scanner, printer, or plotter to produce physical copies of your drawings. Additionally, you may need a translation memory (TM) tool to store and reuse your previous translations, a terminology database to manage your technical terms, and a quality assurance (QA) tool to check for errors and inconsistencies.

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Simon Sapapoei

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The understanding of the drawing of any piece and involvement of the tools to be use in constructions measuring and measurement must be indicated . The tool brand that is specific or specified by qualified companies or trade licensed personnels. These may result to the best out come and quality of any job on hand at less time. I for one came across few materials that didn't have the measurements as the tool itself giving the reading or dimensions. I learnt that tool I was using was English and the material involved was Asians- Chinese which interrupted my schedule and pays more. I have to re-order new stock , else spend extra. The brand name of the tools and under which standard should be put forward to contractor to extract and utilize .

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Rodrigo Almeida

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Na interpreta??o de desenhos, é fundamental utilizar ferramentas adequadas para garantir precis?o e eficiência. Algumas ferramentas comuns incluem réguas, escalas, compassos, transferidores e softwares de CAD (Computer-Aided Design). Essas ferramentas auxiliam na medi??o, tra?ado de linhas, angulos e na digitaliza??o e manipula??o de desenhos, proporcionando uma interpreta??o mais precisa e detalhada.

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2 Follow the standards

The second step to translate technical drawings effectively is to follow the standards and conventions of your target language and industry. Technical drawings are governed by various rules and guidelines that specify how to present and interpret information, such as symbols, units, dimensions, scales, annotations, and codes. These standards may vary depending on the country, region, or sector you are working with, so you need to research and apply them correctly. For example, you may need to use different symbols for electrical components, different units for measurements, or different fonts for texts. You may also need to adapt the layout, orientation, or color of your drawings to suit the preferences and expectations of your audience.

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Seguir as normas dos desenhos técnicos é essencial para garantir a clareza, precis?o e padroniza??o das informa??es representadas. Normas como as da ABNT (Associa??o Brasileira de Normas Técnicas) ou internacionais como as da ISO (International Organization for Standardization) definem conven??es para formatos de papel, tipos de linhas, dimens?es, simbologias, entre outros aspectos. Isso facilita a comunica??o entre os profissionais envolvidos e contribui para a qualidade e seguran?a dos projetos.

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What is the latest and updated stand that is most involved and around the country or region should should be applied . This may apply to the materials and it availability within the region for less expenses.

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Deep Knowledge of the field covered, this may include doing a huge deal of research on the text/article Treated. Technical translation generally include a huge amount of terminology and specifically new terminology that's good research skills are crucial to ensure the accuracy of the translation.

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3 Translate accurately

The third step to translate technical drawings effectively is to translate accurately. This means that you need to convey the meaning and intent of the original drawings without adding, omitting, or altering any information. You also need to use clear, consistent, and correct language that matches the tone and style of the source drawings. To achieve this, you need to have a good command of both the source and target languages, as well as the technical knowledge and terminology of the subject matter. You also need to consult reliable sources, such as dictionaries, glossaries, manuals, or experts, to verify and clarify any doubts or ambiguities. Moreover, you need to avoid literal or word-for-word translation, as this may result in confusion, errors, or loss of nuance.

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Slight difference in translations as the key or schedule differs from one trade to another as they may have different common names.

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Traduzir com precis?o os desenhos técnicos requer um conhecimento profundo das normas e conven??es específicas do desenho técnico, bem como uma compreens?o completa do conteúdo representado. é essencial interpretar corretamente símbolos, dimens?es, tolerancias e outras informa??es para garantir que a tradu??o reflita com precis?o as inten??es do projeto original. Além disso, a utiliza??o de terminologia técnica adequada e a aten??o aos detalhes s?o fundamentais para uma tradu??o precisa e confiável dos desenhos técnicos.

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4 Localize appropriately

The fourth step to translate technical drawings effectively is to localize appropriately. This means that you need to adapt your translations to the cultural and contextual aspects of your target market. You also need to consider the legal and regulatory requirements that may affect your drawings, such as copyrights, patents, or safety codes. To do this, you need to have a good understanding of the target culture and context, as well as the purpose and function of your drawings. You also need to be aware of the potential differences and sensitivities that may arise between the source and target markets, such as symbols, colors, or formats. Furthermore, you need to balance between localizing and standardizing your translations, as this may depend on the level of customization and consistency you want to achieve.

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Ao adaptar tradu??es de desenhos técnicos aos aspectos culturais, é importante considerar alguns pontos-chave: 1.Terminologia específica: Adapte a terminologia técnica para que seja compreensível e relevante dentro do contexto cultural específico. Isso pode envolver a substitui??o de termos técnicos por equivalentes culturalmente relevantes, quando apropriado. Normas e conven??es locais Verifique se as normas e conven??es locais s?o levadas em considera??o na tradu??o, garantindo que os desenhos técnicos atendam aos padr?es e regulamentos do país ou regi?o de destino.

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5 Review thoroughly

The fifth step to translate technical drawings effectively is to review thoroughly. This means that you need to check and revise your translations for any errors, inconsistencies, or improvements. You also need to compare your translations with the original drawings and ensure that they match in terms of content, layout, and quality. To do this, you need to have a keen eye for detail and a critical mind for evaluation. You also need to use various methods and tools to review your translations, such as proofreading, editing, back-translation, or QA. Additionally, you may need to seek feedback or approval from your clients, colleagues, or experts, as they may have different perspectives or expectations for your translations.

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Rever minuciosamente o desenho técnico é crucial para garantir sua precis?o e qualidade. Durante a revis?o, é importante prestar aten??o a vários aspectos. Ao realizar uma revis?o minuciosa do desenho técnico, é possível garantir sua precis?o e qualidade, contribuindo para o sucesso do projeto e evitando erros ou problemas futuros.

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6 Deliver professionally

The sixth and final step to translate technical drawings effectively is to deliver professionally. This means that you need to submit your translations in the required format, time, and manner. You also need to follow the instructions and specifications of your clients or projects, such as file names, sizes, or versions. To do this, you need to have a good organization and communication skills. You also need to use reliable and secure methods and tools to deliver your translations, such as email, cloud, or FTP. Moreover, you need to maintain a good relationship and reputation with your clients or partners, as this may affect your future opportunities and collaborations.

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I do involve the clients especially to understand the drawing here in my country I translate in local dialect which we come up with common or mutual understanding

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