Methods and apparatus for controlling moisture in straw bale...

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2004-02-10

2008-12-09

Chilcot, Jr., Richard E (Department: 3635)

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Intersection of a cast stonelike component

C052S302100, C052S309120, C052SDIG008, C052S220100

Reexamination Certificate

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07461486

ABSTRACT:
A moisture control system for a straw bale core wall in which gravity fed moisture from the bales is collected in a sump at the foundation level and drained away, while an airspace is provided above the bale core to collect and direct away moisture of evaporation.

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