Inventors:
Van B. Krzywicki - Glen Spey NY, US
Kathleen R. Lugosch - Amherst MA, US
Mark G. Rittle - Sturgeon Bay WI, US
International Classification:
E04B 1/70, E02D 19/00, E04F 10/00, E06B 3/30, E04C 3/12, E04B 1/00, E04C 2/34
US Classification:
521695, 523021, 52199, 160 19, 522045, 52847, 5274505, 527941
Abstract:
A structure according to the present invention provides spaces having improved temperature stability. The structure may be modular in nature and, when assembled, provides a gas circulation path comprised of a plurality of fluid flow ducts. Circulation of gas through the path may occur by way of natural convection and/or forced air assistance. A structure according to the present invention includes a thermal mass which contacts at least a portion of the gas circulation path. The thermal mass may provide structural support while providing the thermal retention to warm a portion of the circulation path.