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Advances in Understanding Durability of the Building Envelope: ORNL Research

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Abstract
To better understand energy efficiency features and their interaction with moisture and ultimately durability, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has established a new experimental facility and initiated several studies, including an examination of the relationship between air tightness and moisture durability, hygrothermal performance of below grad construction as a function of soil type and moisture levels associated with cool roofs.
Date
11/2013
Author(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Page(s)
1-7
Keyword(s)
durability; building; envelope; oak ridge; moisture; accumulation; removal; assembly


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