The plan includes improved design features to prevent faults and isolate those that occur, including new thermal and electrical insulation materials.

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DeClements uses vertical rebar with horizontal steel ties, plus a layer of waterproof insulation, electrical wiring and plumbing.

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Just like electrical wires, nerves have insulation - but instead of plastic, the body uses myelin.

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And a new issue involves a sensor that monitors the status of a layer of insulation that guards against electrical shorts in the vehicle.

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Insider her white house, Serpas points to electrical wiring that's been replaced, insulation that was installed and a new sink that will be plumbed soon.

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Meanwhile, wind and building-integrated solar modules with high efficiency photovoltaic materials can supplement our electrical generation capability, as stricter building codes and improved insulation can decrease the energy used to heat and cool buildings.

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