Drying Wood

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: 280 pages.
Publisher: USDA Agricultural Handbook AH-188
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Written by 14 European, 1 Australian and 1 Canadian experts, Fundamentals of Wood Drying is a reference book whose major aim is to provide sufficient knowledge to scientists and engineers to analyse and improve existing situations. The book also may be a first step in the development of innovative procedures that hopefully will enable drying practitioners to imagine, simulate, improve, and implement any new idea… The present book originates from the work of WG 2 (Fundamentals aspects of wood drying) of COST action E15 (Advances in the drying of wood). It should be considered as a the state-of-the-art of fundamental knowledge concerning the phenomena involved in wood drying. The book contains 13 chapters: From fundamental to practice: the interaction chain Wood anatomy, an introduction Psychometrics Sorption isotherms in wood Shrinkage, swelling and warp caused by moisture changes Bound water migration in wood Fluid migration in wood Creep deformation in drying wood External heat and mass transfer Coupled heat and mass transfer Stress development Discoloration of wood during drying Airflow within kilns

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Publisher: A.R.BO.LOR
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Esta guía aporta una amplia base de datos sobre las 200 especies de madera más usuales en la industria del mueble, de la carpintería y de la construcción, así como en la artesanía: sus nombres científicos y comerciales, sus existencias y áreas geográfica de producción forestal, las características botánicas para la identificación del árbol, la descripción morfológica de cada madera y de sus secciones de trabajo, las propiedades físico-mecánicas y resistencias ante los distintos procesos básicos industriales, comportamiento ante agentes xilófagos y consejos prácticos para su secado, usos y aplicaciones, etc. Este libro está redactado empleando expresiones técnicas al alcance de cualquier profesional del sector y es un libro de consulta y de documentación imprescindible en la biblioteca de todos los que trabajan con la madera.

: 542 pages.
Publisher: Mundi Prensa Libros S.A.
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This book addresses core questions about the role of materials in general and of wood in particular in the construction of string instruments used in the modern symphony orchestra – violins, violas, cellos and basses. Further attention is given to materials for classical guitars, harps, harpsichords and pianos. While some of the approaches discussed are traditional, most of them depend upon new scientific approaches to the study of the structure of materials, such as for example wood cell structure, which is visible only using modern high resolution microscopic techniques. Many examples of modern and classical instruments are examined, together with the relevance of classical techniques for the treatment of wood. Composite materials, especially designed for soundboards could be a good substitute for some traditional wood species. The body and soundboard of the instrument are of major importance for their acoustical properties, but the study also examines traditional and new wood species used for items such as bows, the instrument neck, string pegs, etc. Wood species’ properties for musical instruments and growth origins of woods used by great makers such as Antonio Stradivari are examined and compared with more recently grown woods available to current makers. The role of varnish in the appearance and acoustics of the final instrument is also discussed, since it has often been proposed as a ‘secret ingredient’ used by great makers. Aspects related to strings are commented.As well as discussing these subjects, with many illustrations from classical and contemporary instruments, the book gives attention to conservation and restoration of old instruments and the physical results of these techniques. There is also discussion of the current value of old instruments both for modern performances and as works of art having great monetary value.The book will be of interest and value to researchers, advanced students, music historians, and contemporary string instrument makers. Musicians in general, particularly those playing string instruments, will also find its revelations fascinating. It will also attract the attention of those using wood for a variety of other purposes, for its use in musical instruments uncovers many of its fundamental features.

Hardcover: 975 pages.
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Language: English

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The book presents comprehensive and critical concepts, as well as the future trends in wood chemistry and wood composites, by compiling contributions of international experts in the field. The volume is structured in four main parts, each of them having a variable number of chapters. ... This book is a valuable source of information on the complex subject of wood science. The volume is recommended to all scientists and engineers involved in research and to teachers, graduate and undergraduate students interested in polymer physics, polymer engineering, material science and engineering, fiber science, and chemical engineering.

Hardcover: 703 pages.
Publisher: CRC Press; 2 edition (September 6, 2012)
Language: English

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The book presents comprehensive and critical concepts, as well as the future trends in wood chemistry and wood composites, by compiling contributions of international experts in the field. The volume is structured in four main parts, each of them having a variable number of chapters. ... This book is a valuable source of information on the complex subject of wood science. The volume is recommended to all scientists and engineers involved in research and to teachers, graduate and undergraduate students interested in polymer physics, polymer engineering, material science and engineering, fiber science, and chemical engineering.

Hardcover: 487 pages.
Publisher: CRC Press; 1 edition (February 18, 2005)
Language: English

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: pages.
Publisher: AITIM (Asociación de Investigación Técnica de las Industrias de la Madera y el Corcho)
Language: Castellano

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The subject of nondestructive evaluation of wood properties has its origin in the necessity to solve practical problems. This book comprehensively reviews numerous aspects of imaging and nondestructive characterization of wood products ranging from trees to the most complex wood-based composite. The text is of particular interest to those who are concerned with the study of wood as an engineering material for fundamental research or practical application. It presents the imaging of the internal structure of wood with methods based on the propagation of electromagnetic waves, elastic waves and heat, and imaging with nuclear particle radiation based methods.

: 324 pages.
Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (May 16, 2003)
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: pages.
Publisher: AITIM (Asociación de Investigación Técnica de las Industrias de la Madera y el Corcho)
Language: Castellano

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This book collects the best articles from recent issues of Fine Woodworking on the subject of finding and working with wood. Wood is the one thing that woodworkers have in common and there is endless fascination with the working properties of various species, how to select and season wood and how to store it. Wood has a way of behaving as if it’s still alive, moving with seasonal changes in temperature and humidity. Learning to work with it rather than against wood movement is critical to successful woodworking.

Paperback: 160 pages.
Publisher: Taunton (February 21, 2006)
Language: English

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Interesante el tema del doblado

: 678 pages.
Publisher: Ediciones Mundi-Prensa
Language: Castellano

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Este libro de texto es una obra valiosa para la enseñanza en las escuelas de formación profesional, en los lugares de prácticas y también en las escuelas de maestría y técnica. Al profesional en activo le sirve también como fuente abundante de información. Es también apropiado para estudiarlo a solas y con su índice alfabético como prontuario de consulta, se pueden encontrar respuesta a las dudas técnicas.El texto es de fácil comprensión, resumido y limitado a lo esencial. Numerosas figuras, la mayor parte de ellas dibujos lineales, y tablas informativas apoyan y complementan las explicaciones teóricas. En el texto y en los dibujos se tienen presentes las normas vigentes del momento y las prescripciones principales contra accidentes en carpintería. A cada sección le siguen unas preguntas de repaso que sirven para autoexaminarse y aumentar con ello el seguimiento del estudio.

Rústica: 536 pages.
Publisher: Editorial Reverté
Language: Castellano

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The Conversion and Seasoning of Wood covers the many aspects of timber conversion, detailing the most advantageous methods of cutting to produce the best yield and to preserve the best features of the wood. A full account of the methods of drying timber follows and includes both air and kiln drying, as well as dehumidification, drying defects, and the stabilization of wood. Because of the possibility of a large amount of waste the conversion of timber is a very important subject for the craftsman supplying his own wood. William Brown treats this area very carefully and offers remedies of the many pitfalls encountered in the economic conversion of wood. Subjects covered include the best methods of converting and getting the most from your log; using a chainsaw set-up to convert logs and small trees directly for the user; and how to season your wood and protect it and properly store it. The Conversion and Seasoning of Wood is an excellent book for the farmer, woodworker, or any craftsman involved in the conversion or seasoning of wood. -- Midwest Book Review

Paperback: 222 pages.
Publisher: Linden Publishing; illustrated edition edition (June 1, 1989)
Language: English

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Paperback: 112 pages.
Publisher: Taunton (October 1, 1986)
Language: English

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Anybody who is serious about making things of wood - whether it be a building or a piece of furniture - should have a keen interest in how wood behaves as a material. The Wood Handbook: Wood as an Engineering Material .... does appear to be the only comprehensive source worth considering as a basic reference. Engineers, architects, and educators would appreciate having this book on their personal shelf, and builders, cabinetmakers, furniture makers, and sculptors would all find something of interest in the pages...The Wood Handbook is a significant achievement developed over a period of more than sixty years and deserves to be recognized as a preeminent reference in the field. It is brimming with useful and fascinating information for those of us interested in wood.

: 436 pages.
Publisher: Univ Pr of the Pacific (October 2000)
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Anybody who is serious about making things of wood - whether it be a building or a piece of furniture - should have a keen interest in how wood behaves as a material. The Wood Handbook: Wood as an Engineering Material .... does appear to be the only comprehensive source worth considering as a basic reference. Engineers, architects, and educators would appreciate having this book on their personal shelf, and builders, cabinetmakers, furniture makers, and sculptors would all find something of interest in the pages...The Wood Handbook is a significant achievement developed over a period of more than sixty years and deserves to be recognized as a preeminent reference in the field. It is brimming with useful and fascinating information for those of us interested in wood.

: 508 pages.
Publisher: Forest Products Laboratory. US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Centennial Edition
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Anybody who is serious about making things of wood - whether it be a building or a piece of furniture - should have a keen interest in how wood behaves as a material. The Wood Handbook: Wood as an Engineering Material .... does appear to be the only comprehensive source worth considering as a basic reference. Engineers, architects, and educators would appreciate having this book on their personal shelf, and builders, cabinetmakers, furniture makers, and sculptors would all find something of interest in the pages...The Wood Handbook is a significant achievement developed over a period of more than sixty years and deserves to be recognized as a preeminent reference in the field. It is brimming with useful and fascinating information for those of us interested in wood.

Hardcover: pages.
Publisher: Algrove Publishing (2002)
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