Energy Efficiency in Light-Frame Wood Construction.

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Abstract:

This report presents information needed for design and construction of energy-efficient light-frame wood structures. The opening section discusses improving the thermal performance of a house by careful planning and design. A second section of the report provides technical information on the thermal properties of construction materials, and on the basic engineering design principles applicable to light-frame wood structures. Moisture condensation problems are discussed in relation to the effects of increased building insulation and more effective air leakage control. Author

Author(s):
Sherwood, Gerald E. ; Hans, Gunard E.
Author Organization(s):
FOREST PRODUCTS LAB MADISON WIS
Descriptive Note:
Forest Service research paper,
Supplementary Note:
Supersedes Rept. no. FSRP-FPL-1740 and Rept. no. FSRP-FPL-86.
Pagination:
0062

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
FSRP-FPL-317
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*CONSTRUCTION, *ENERGY CONSERVATION, *HOUSING(DWELLINGS), HEAT TRANSFER, EFFICIENCY, SOLAR ENERGY, WOOD, THERMAL INSULATION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Economics and Cost Analysis, Structural Engineering and Building Technology
Keyword(s):
Forest Products Laboratory, *Energy efficient housing
Report Date:
1979 Jan 01