STUDIES OF STEAM EXPLODED FIBRES
A steam explosion treatment was applied to convert grey alder chips to fibrous material. Two vessels of the steam explosion unit were used to receive the exploded fibres. The obtained …
Mechanical and physical properties of silane crosslinked wood flour reinforced composites
Wood flour usage in thermoplastic composites can lower the cost of the material and can also increase the strength and stiffness of thermoplastic composites. However, wood flour requires their surface …
CLT smart – thermal performance of massive wood elements without insulation
The concept of massive wood element or better known as; crossed laminated timber elements (CLT) has developed to be a very robust building material in recent years. In the meantime, …
Evaluation of mold resistance and thermal characteristics of wood modified with boron and Paraloid B72® copolymer
Application of fire retardants may become a regular practice in the conservation of art works, even though studies on compatibility of fire retardants and Paraloid B72® and thermal properties of …