Modular Data Center Timber Structure for Lower-Carbon Construction

The patent addresses fire resistance concerns by using concrete floor panels as non-combustible structural elements and applying cladding panels to the timber frame. These concrete and cladding components provide fire protection to the timber structure, creating a composite system that maintains fire safety standards while preserving the low carbon footprint benefits of timber construction.

The patent modifies the physical and chemical parameters of the timber materials through treatment processes. The timber framing members and cladding panels undergo preservative treatments and fire retardant applications that change their combustion characteristics and thermal properties, enabling them to meet fire resistance requirements while maintaining their sustainable, low-carbon nature.

The patent creates a composite structural system where timber framing members provide thermal insulation benefits while concrete floor panels and metal fastening systems contribute structural integrity. The combination of these different materials with complementary properties allows the building to achieve both excellent thermal performance and the structural strength needed to withstand extreme conditions.

The patent applies different material qualities to different parts of the structure based on local requirements. Timber with its superior insulation properties is used for the framing and cladding where thermal performance is prioritized, while concrete panels are used for floors where load-bearing capacity and fire resistance are critical. This localized material selection optimizes both thermal insulation and structural integrity throughout the building.