OSB panels are made from paper-thin wood wafers. How, then, are OSB panels (like the plywood panels) stronger in their longer direction as compared to the shorter direction?

What will be an ideal response?


In the manufacturing process of OSB panels, the wafer layers at the top and bottom faces of panels are oriented along the long direction of the panel, making it stronger in that direction.

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Companies traditionally offer craft-professional training _____.

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What manages control sleeve position in a Bosch EDC-VE fuel pump?

A. Accelerator position B. Governor thrust washer C. ECM D. Fuel pressure

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