Improving the utility, performance, and durability of wood- and bio-based composites

J E Winandy; Jeffrey J Morrell

doi:10.1007/s13595-017-0625-2

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Improving the utility, performance, and durability of wood- and bio-based composites

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Improving the utility, performance, and durability of wood- and bio-based composites

J E Winandy and Jeffrey J Morrell

Annals of Forest Science, Vol.74, pp.1-11

2017

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13595-017-0625-2

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Abstract

bio-based composites

composites

durability

moisture issues

performance

wood-based composites

Key message: This paper briefly reviews the state of the art in various types of wood- and bio-based composites, summarizes recent advances, and then discusses future possibilities for improving the durability of wood- and bio-based composites. Context: Wood can be processed and reformed into a number of different biocomposites. Aims: We aimed at reviewing the state of the art in various types of wood- and bio-based composites. Methods: Review of utility, performance and durability of wood- and bio-based composites. Results: The advanced biocomposites will: Combine wood, natural biofibers, and non-biomaterials to create synergistic hybrid materials that far exceed performance capabilities of current biocomposites Be renewable, recyclable, and totally sustainable Provide superior performance and serviceability exceeding performance of current biocomposites Be more durable, dimensionally stable, moisture proof, and fire resistant Be less expensive to produce and use (over the life cycle of use) than the materials they replace. Conclusion: The next generation of advanced wood- and bio-based composites must provide high-performance construction and specialty products that simultaneously promote resource and environmental sustainability and provide advanced performance, long-term performance, enhanced durability, and value.

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Title: Improving the utility, performance, and durability of wood- and bio-based composites
Authors: J E Winandy (Author) - University of Minnesota, United States
Jeffrey J Morrell (Author) - Oregon State University, United States
Publication details: Annals of Forest Science, Vol.74, pp.1-11
Publisher: Springer-Verlag France
Date published: 2017
DOI: 10.1007/s13595-017-0625-2
ISSN: 1286-4560
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; National Centre for Timber Durability and Design Life
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99451352002621
Output Type: Journal article

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Collaboration types: Domestic collaboration
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