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Explore this extensive library of building science guidance including research reports from DOE’s Building America program as well as hundreds of other articles, fact sheets, webpages, and reference documents related to constructing and renovating homes.

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Cantilevers, Technical Bulletin F2

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Author(s)
Advanced Energy
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Organization(s)
Advanced Energy
Description
Information sheet containing images and descriptions of cantilevers.

Durable Solutions for Balconies and Decks

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Author(s)
Home Innovation Research Labs
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Organization(s)
HIRL
Description
Technical report describing design and construction methodologies for durable balconies and decks, focusing on proper sloping, flashing, drainage, and ventilation to mitigate moisture-related issues.

Nail Withdrawal Capacities in OSB

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Author(s)
Extreme Panel Technologies
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Organization(s)
Extreme Panel Technologies
Description
Information sheet with nail withdrawl capacities in OSB.

The Energy In Modular (EMOD) Buildings Method, A Guide To Energy-Efficient Design For Industrialized Construction Of Modular Buildings

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Author(s)
Pless Shanti,
et al.
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Organization(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
Oregon State University,
Momentum Innovation Group,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report describing use of the Energy in Modular (EMOD) method to design, produce, and deliver affordable, net-zero energy, low-carbon, and healthier buildings through industrialized (factory) construction of modular buildings; modeling of whole buildings and subassemblies of components, pods, panels...

The Importance of Roof Truss Bracing

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Author(s)
Woolf
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Organization(s)
Minera Roof Trusses & Joints
Description
Report illustrating CAD drawings and modeling of bracing layouts for a gable roof truss.