DEFECTS IN STRUCTURAL TIMBER
Journal Title: Structure and Environment - Year 2017, Vol 0, Issue 2
Abstract
The paper presents the defects that are typically found in structural timber. The model of the so-called flawless timber has been made more precise. Additionally, the impact of defects on timber quality was characterised. Defect classification with respect to the time of formation, type and causes was presented. The following defects were discussed in a detailed manner: knots, twisted fibres, cracks, resin pockets, stains, rots, insect channels, wanes, shape defects and sclerenchyma fibres. The main objective of the paper is to show actual imperfections in the conifer wood revealed in the examined elements. The cross-sections of round timber and construction and structural sawn timber were analysed.
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Agnieszka Wdowiak
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