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Innovative Envelope Solutions for Mass Timber
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What is a primary benefit of integrating wood products in the building envelope, as discussed in the video?
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Wood products can decrease the overall sustainability of the building.
They complicate the construction process significantly.
They enhance thermal performance and energy efficiency.
Wood products are less durable than traditional envelope materials.
Which challenge is associated with integrating wood products in the building envelope systems, particularly in high-performance mass timber buildings?
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Incompatibility with modern design aesthetics.
Difficulty in achieving necessary fire resistance and acoustic properties.
Wood products cannot be used in prefabricated systems.
They require more maintenance than glass or steel.
True or False: Prefabricated wood product systems are currently less favored in the market due to their higher costs and complex installation processes.
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True
False
How do prefabricated wood product systems impact the construction process?
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They extend the construction timeline due to complex assembly requirements.
Prefabricated systems lead to higher material wastage on-site.
They improve construction speed and reduce on-site labor needs.
Prefabricated wood systems are typically more expensive than traditional methods.
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