| Genres: | Engineering |
| Authors: | Samuel J. Record |
| Language: | English |
| Type: | Digital |
Samuel J. Record's book The Mechanical Properties of Wood is a comprehensive treatise on the mechanical properties of wood, including its strength, stiffness, toughness, and elasticity. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the structure of wood, the factors that influence its properties, and how to test and measure those properties.
Record's book is an essential resource for anyone who works with wood, including engineers, architects, woodworkers, and foresters. The book is also a valuable resource for students and researchers who are interested in learning more about the mechanical properties of wood.
The book is divided into three parts:
In Part I, Record discusses the structure of wood, including the different types of wood cells and how they are arranged. He also discusses the factors that affect the structure of wood, such as species, climate, and age.
In Part II, Record discusses the factors that influence the mechanical properties of wood, such as moisture content, grain direction, and defects. He also discusses how these factors can be modified to improve the mechanical properties of wood.
In Part III, Record discusses how to test and measure the mechanical properties of wood. He covers a variety of test methods, including static bending, compression, and shear tests. He also discusses how to interpret the results of these tests.
Record's book is a valuable resource for anyone who works with wood or who is interested in learning more about the mechanical properties of wood. The book is well-written and comprehensive, and it is full of useful information.
