The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast CEA - The Future of Tall Wood Structures with Mark Oakeson
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Oct 14, 2023 A seismic testing of tall wood structures called the Tallwood Shake Table Test. The promising future of cross-laminated timber (CLT) as a construction material. The sustainability of wood vs traditional concrete and steel. Enhancing the fire resistance of wood. The cost implication of wood compared to traditional materials. Addressing specific downsides of wood before adopting it for tall structures.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Significance of the Tallwood Shake Table Test for Wood Structures
02:35 • 4min
The Resurgence of Tall Wooden Buildings and the Drive for Sustainable Construction
06:25 • 2min
Seismic Testing on Tall Wood Structures
08:43 • 12min
The Future of Tall Wood Structures and the Tallwood Shake Table Test
21:12 • 4min