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  • Consumer perceptions of decking material

    Creator:
    Thomas, Jon M.
    Abstract:
    Wood remains the most popular material for deck construction. For centuries, consumers have chosen wood because of its desirable qualities and aesthetics. In recent years, wood plastic composites (WPC's) have seen rising demand as alternatives to wood decks, despite a large price premium. In addition, the removal of CCA treated...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis

  • Moisture Resistance of Wood-Based Composite Materials

    Creator:
    Molina, Luis
    Abstract:
    Dimensional stability of wood-based composites with changing moisture content remains an important challenge in the industry for many applications. Wood modification technologies have shown significant improvement in dimensional stability by altering the chemistry of the wood substrate, or by filling the available space in the wood microstructure that otherwise would...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Head of the Department of Wood Science and Engineering Dean of the Graduate School

  • The phytosanitation of solid wood packaging materials using wood preservatives

    Creator:
    Schauwecker, Christoph F.
    Abstract:
    New species introductions have been associated with the movement of people for thousands of years. For instance, horses were introduced into North America by Spanish explorers, while pigs were introduced by the Polynesians into many Pacific islands long before the establishment of permanent European settlements. Both of these species introductions...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    Department Wood Science and Engineering Dean of the Graduate School I understand that

  • Copper compounds for durable composites : effects on material properties

    Creator:
    Vidrine, Cheney L.
    Abstract:
    The effects of incorporation of selected biocides on physical and mechanical properties of aspen strandboard were assessed using five copper-based preservatives or zinc borate at three retention levels. Tebuconazole or 4,5-dichloro-2-N-octyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one (DCOI) were added as co-biocides to selective copper-based treatments. Mold box tests showed that only panels treated with DCOI...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    _____________________________________________________________________ Head of the Department of Wood Science and Engineering

  • Cross-laminated timber engineering : improvement and application

    Creator:
    Kramer, Anthonie
    Abstract:
    The development of cross-laminated timber (CLT) panel technology has opened up new opportunities for wood in tall buildings. Several characteristics including seismic performance and speed of construction have raised interest among designers. As CLT gains acceptance in the industry, alternative structural solutions need to be investigated to improve performance of...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Engineering and Wood Science presented on March 14, 2014. Title: Cross-Laminated Timber Engineering

  • Spalting Fungi : Genetic Identification, Material Interactions and Microscopical Characteristics of Extracted Pigments

    Creator:
    Vega Gutiérrez, Sarath Mercedes
    Abstract:
    Spalting fungi show strong potential as natural colorants on a variety of materials, specifically textiles and wood. Four species of spalting fungi are currently utilized in this manner: Scytalidium cuboideum, which produces a red pigment called draconin red, Scytalidium ganodermophthorum, that produces an unknown yellow pigment, and Chlorociboria aeruginosa and...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    Vega Gutierrez for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Wood Science presented on December 6, 2016

  • A methodology for evaluating multiple mechanical properties of prototype microfibrillated cellulose/poly(lactic acid) film composites

    Creator:
    Ding, Jie
    Abstract:
    The context of this thesis is a research project focused on the investigation of a renewable biopolymer-poly(lactic acid) (PLA) as a potential replacement of petroleum-based polymers in advanced nanocomposites reinforced with Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC). MFC is extracted from wood, which is a renewable, sustainable, carbon neutral and recyclable material. This...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis

  • Proof of Concept for a Three-Dimensional Molded Core Wood-Strand Sandwich Panel

    Creator:
    Way, Daniel
    Abstract:
    Sandwich composites are typically produced from two high strength facings bonded to a lower strength, lightweight core. Sandwich design has proven to be efficient for applications demanding high strength and low weight. Wood-based sandwich composites have been largely limited to non-structural applications with the exception of structural insulated panels and...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Master of Science in Wood Science presented on June 2, 2015 Title: Proof of Concept for a Three

  • Development and evaluation of novel coupling agents for kenaf-fiber-reinforced unsaturated polyester composites

    Creator:
    Ren, Xiaofeng
    Abstract:
    Natural fibers are gaining popularity as reinforcement materials for thermoset resins over the last two decades. Natural fibers are inexpensive, abundant, renewable and environmentally friendly. Kenaf fibers are one of the natural fibers that can potentially be used for reinforcing unsaturated polyester (UPE). As a polymer matrix, UPE enjoys a...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    _____________________________________________________________________ Head of the Department of Wood Science & Engineering

  • An examination of strategic challenges and opportunities in the wood-based building product industry

    Creator:
    Tokarczyk, John A.
    Abstract:
    The wood-based building products industry has experienced significant turbulence over the past several decades as a function of multiple forces including among others globalization, product and process innovation, and shifting customer and consumer interest and demands. Collectively, these changes have challenged the historical tenets which have defined industry strategy and...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    Head of the Department of Wood Science & Engineering Dean of the Graduate