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Effects of Fiber Angle on the Tensile Properties of Partially Delignified and Densified Wood
oleh: Matthias Jakob, Jakob Gaugeler, Wolfgang Gindl-Altmutter
Format: | Article |
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Diterbitkan: | MDPI AG 2020-11-01 |
Deskripsi
Partial delignification and densification provide a pathway to significant improvement in the mechanical performance of wood. In order to elucidate potential effects of this treatment on the mechanical anisotropy of wood, partially delignified and densified spruce wood veneers were characterized at varying degrees of off-axis alignment. While the tensile strength and the modulus of elasticity (MOE) were clearly improved in parallel to the axis of wood fibers, this improvement quickly leveled off at misalignment angles ≥30°. For transverse tensile strength, the performance of alkaline-treated and densified wood was even inferior to that of untreated wood. Microscopic examination revealed the presence of microscopic cracks in treated wood, which are assumed to be responsible for this observation. It is concluded that impaired transverse tensile properties are a weakness of partially delignified and densified wood and should be considered when a potential usage in load-bearing applications is intended.