How can #timber frames better withstand earthquakes? A study found bottom-mounted viscoelastic dampers provided the greatest improvement in seismic performance, offering guidance for timber structural design.

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❄️New #BioResJournal research shows 2D digital image correlation accurately tracks deformation in fir/oak/beech after liquid nitrogen treatment. DIC closely matched conventional measurements, offering a reliable non-contact method for wood mechanics.
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