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| One of the main concerns of the general public is using wood in construction is that it is known to burn. This concern must be addressed to go beyond the performance of existing products. |
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| Topic submitted 07/2009 by: Mark Irle |
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| Submitting institution: Ecole Supérieure du Bois |
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