Timber

Structure, Properties, Conversion and Use

H.E. Desch, J.M. J.M. Dinwoodie

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Red Globe Press
19 June 1996

Timber & wood processing; Materials science; Forestry & silviculture: practice & techniques

Since the sixth edition of this classic text/reference was published in 1981, there have been so many developments in the field that the new seventh edition represents an almost total rewrite of the subject matter. The opportunity has been taken to rearrange the structure and broaden the scope to cover areas of conversion, machining and the application of paints and finishes; the format has also been enlarged to improve readability. Part 1 contains chapters that deal with the structure of wood at the gross, cellular and molecular levels; variability is also covered. Part 2 has five chapters on the properties of wood, with special coverage of elastic behaviour, toughness and the use of structural-sized timber for strength tests. Part 3 on processing has material on several new areas not covered in earlier editions of the book; for example, log conversion, seasoning, and the machining of wood and board. The discussion of grading and grade stresses is fully updated. Part 4 on utilisation examines the latest techniques and standards for the manufacture of wood products. Part 5 examines all aspects of timber in service, including protection and preservation. The book will appeal to a wide readership, both as a student text and reference. Students of wood science and forestry at undergraduate and equivalent level will find it of special value. All institutions with courses in the built environment will wish to make the book available as a reference source.

By: H.E. Desch, J.M. J.M. Dinwoodie
Imprint: Red Globe Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 7th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 628g
ISBN: 9780333609057
ISBN 10: 0333609050
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 19 June 1996
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface to Seventh Edition Introduction PART 1: STRUCTURE OF WOOD Gross Structure Cellular Structure Molecular Structure Variability in Structure Identification of Timber PART 2: PROPERTIES OF WOOD: INFLUENCE OF STRUCTURE Appearance of Wood Density of Wood Moisture in Wood Other Physical Properties of Wood Strength, Elasticity and Toughness of Wood PART 3: PROCESSING OF TIMBER Log Conversion Seasoning of Wood Machining of Wood and Board Materials Timber Grading and Grade Stresses PART 4: UTILISATION OF TIMBER Utilisation of Timber Manufactured Wood Products and Their Application PART 5: TIMBER IN SERVICE Degradation of Timber Decay and Sap-stain Fungi Worm in Timber Eradication of Fungal and Insect Attack Preservation of Timber Wood Finishes Select Bibliography Appendix 1: List of Botanical Equivalents of Common or Trade Names used in the Text Appendix 2: Table of Conversion Factors Appendix 3: Trade Organisations in UK with Responsibility for Certain Products Index.