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INTRODUCTION OF NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING FOR NOVEL COMPOSITES AND JOINTS OF TIMBER AND BAMBOO

Ulrike Siemer, Ralf Förster, M. Springmann, Christian Heikel

World Conference on Timber Engineering 2025 · 2025

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Summary

This conference paper presents methods for non-destructive testing of novel composite materials and joints fabricated from timber and bamboo, as presented at the World Conference on Timber Engineering 2025. The work addresses quality assurance and structural assessment in engineered wood composites, though detailed findings and specific test outcomes cannot be inferred reliably from the title alone.

UK applicability

The methodology may be relevant to UK timber engineering and sustainable building standards, particularly as the construction sector explores low-carbon composite materials. Applicability depends on whether the techniques address materials and joint configurations used in UK building practice.

Key measures

Non-destructive testing protocols and validation metrics for timber-bamboo composites (specific measures not confirmed without abstract)

Outcomes reported

The study introduces and evaluates non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques for assessing the integrity and performance of novel composite joints combining timber and bamboo materials. Specific measurements or findings cannot be confirmed without access to the full paper.

Theme
Measurement & metrics
Subject
Measurement methods & nutrient profiling
Study type
Research
Study design
Conference paper / Technical methodology
Source type
Conference paper
Status
Published
System type
Other
DOI
10.52202/080513-0671
Catalogue ID
BFmor3ggkr-gdjn98

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