modular structure

modular structure

[′mäj·ə·lər ′strək·chər] (building construction) A building that is constructed of preassembled or presized units of standard sizes; uses a 4-inch (10.16-centimeter) cubical module as a reference. (electronics) An assembly involving the use of integral multiples of a given length for the dimensions of electronic components and electronic equipment, as well as for spacings of holes in a chassis or printed wiring board. An assembly made from modules.