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These researchers invented energy-efficient transparent wood
Electrek
Researchers at the University of Maryland recently published a paper in Science Advances titled, “Solar-assisted fabrication of large-scale, patternable transparent wood.”
Transparent wood isn’t a new idea, but energy-efficient transparent wood is, and that’s what this group of researchers have achieved.
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Time-specific safety interventions needed to improve construction worker safety, OSU study finds
Tillamook Headlight Herald
Workers in the construction industry are most likely to suffer traumatic injuries during the first four hours of their shift, and those who work evening or night shifts experience more severe injuries than their day-shift counterparts, a recent Oregon State University study found.
The study is one of the first to analyze workers compensation injury claims data by the hour of work, which means its results can be used to better tailor specific safety interventions in the workplace, lead author Liu Yang said.
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Home builders urge Biden to get a handle on soaring lumber prices
Woodworking Network
Soaring lumber prices are adding thousands of dollars to the cost of a new home, pricing out millions of potential home buyers and impeding the residential construction sector from moving the economy forward, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
“According to Random Lengths, the price of lumber hit a record high this week and is up more than 170% over the past 10 months,” said NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke, a custom home builder from Tampa, Fla.
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Study measures impact of natural light on passenger satisfaction
Passenger Terminal Today
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and View, a developer of smart glass, have announced the results of a study on the impact of natural light and the airport passenger experience. The study, conducted at CLT, found that natural light enhances passenger comfort, which in turn increases passenger satisfaction with gate experience.
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15 unusual tips for your cleanest windows ever
Bob Vila
Washing the windows can be a dreaded chore. If you're using conventional cleaning products, removing those stubborn streaks from the interior and exterior of clear glass is especially tricky. Paper towel leaves behind fibers that gunk up the window and commercial cleaners might not be the most effective choice. But with a few changes to your cleaning routine, you can have your windows looking sparkly and spotless year round.
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Despite challenges, affordable housing industry logs historic year
Real Estate Weekly
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s announcement this week that New York City financed or preserved more than 30,000 affordable homes in 2020 would be a noteworthy accomplishment in any year: it represents the second-highest total in the history of the city.
Place the achievement into the context of the coronavirus pandemic, the economic fallout it has caused and the physical toll it has taken, however, and it becomes nothing short of remarkable.
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