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Glossary for gem taxonomy

Authors: Luke Allen, Andrew Charleson, Svetlana Brzev, and Charles Scawthorn

This online Glossary explains around 400 terms contained in the GEM Building Taxonomy v 2.0 and nearly 700 images.

The terms have been listed in alphabetical and numerical order. Text description of each term is accompanied by illustrations (photos and/or drawings) where possible.

We welcome contributions in the form of photographs or images, illustrating glossary terms. If you have any questions you can also contact us at buildingtaxonomy@globalquakemodel.org


Sheet metal roofing, usually corrugated sheets or tray type. Typical metals include copper, lead, iron-zinc, corrugated galvanized iron (CGI), aluminum, and steel. This also includes asbestos sheets. Does not include metal roofing tiles.

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Asbestos sheet roof covering, New Zealand (A. Charleson)

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Metal sheet roofing, Canada (S. Brzev)

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Steel decking joined by welds at regular spacing, Canada (S. Brzev)

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Metal roofing, Experience Music Project, Seattle, USA (S. Brzev)

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Metal sheet roof covering, New Zealand (W. Clark)

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Corrugated galvanized iron (CGI) roofing, India (D. Rai)

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