Overview of the use of ultrasonic technologies in research on wood properties

Two ultrasonic technologies, acoustic emission and acousto-ultrasonics, are reviewed in terms of characteristics and applications to wood and wood-based materials. The background is given on the two technologies, including the effect of wood on wave propagation and sensitivity to defects and other p...

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Published inWood science and technology Vol. 36; no. 3; pp. 197 - 212
Main Author BEALL, F. C
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Berlin Springer 01.06.2002
Springer Nature B.V
Subjects
Acoustic emission
Acoustic properties
Applied sciences
Creep (materials)
Exact sciences and technology
Particle board
Polymer industry, paints, wood
Properties and testing
Reviews
Springback
Ultrasonics
Wave propagation
Wood
Wood. Paper. Non wovens
Biodegradation
Hardening
Ultrasonic applications
Acoustic properties
Wood
Acoustic emission
Mechanical properties
Particleboard
Acoustic method
Adhesive
Physical properties
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Summary:Two ultrasonic technologies, acoustic emission and acousto-ultrasonics, are reviewed in terms of characteristics and applications to wood and wood-based materials. The background is given on the two technologies, including the effect of wood on wave propagation and sensitivity to defects and other properties. The factors that affect wave injection and processing are reviewed for each technology. Four applications are given as examples: particleboard springback, creep/creep-rupture, adhesive curing, and deterioration detection. Recent developments in the technologies are discussed.
ISSN:0043-7719
1432-5225
DOI:10.1007/s00226-002-0138-4