Energy Efficiency in Light-Frame Wood Construction.

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)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA071676

Entities

People

  • Gerald E. Sherwood
  • Gunard E. Hans

Organizations

  • Forest Products Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air Temperature
  • Coefficients
  • Construction Materials
  • Energy
  • Energy Conservation
  • Glass Fibers
  • Heat Energy
  • Heat Transfer
  • Heat Transmission
  • Latent Heat
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Moisture Content
  • Solar Energy
  • Thermal Conductivity

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Combustion and Flow Dynamics.
  • Facility/Structural Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics