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Physical dormancy alleviation at room temperature storage is influenced by the initial moisture content of the seeds
In seeds with impermeable coats, i.e., physical dormancy (PY), dormancy break may occur at room temperature during ex-situ storage or when seeds...
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Effects of species and moisture content on the behaviour of solid wood under impact
The article's main aim is to assess the effects of species and moisture content (MC) on the behaviour of solid wood material under the low velocity...
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Effect of wood moisture content and adhesive open time on the adhesion strength of wet bonded Pinus radiata wood
Gluing wood in the wet state can reduce war**, splitting, and increase processing volume recovery. Adhesive open time and moisture content may play...
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Influence of the moisture content on the fracture energy and tensile strength of hardwood spotted gum sawn timber and adhesive bonds (gluelines)
This study aims to measure the fracture properties, including crack initiation and propagation, of Australia’s native forest grown spotted gum...
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Measuring moisture content of dead fine fuels based on the fusion of spectrum meteorological data
Dead fine fuel moisture content (DFFMC) is a key factor affecting the spread of forest fires, which plays an important role in evaluation of forest...
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Elastoplastic performance of wood under compression load considering cross-grain orientation and moisture content
This study explored the feasibility of the finite element method (FEM) and Hankinson formula to predict the compressive properties of cross-grain...
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Identification of candidate genomic regions for egg yolk moisture content based on a genome-wide association study
BackgroundEggs represent important sources of protein and are widely loved by consumers. Egg yolk taste is an important index for egg selection, and...
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Correlations between moisture expansion and flexural properties of bamboo strips in response to different loading rates
Bamboo and bamboo products, known for their hygroscopic nature, exhibit sensitivity to different loading rates in dry conditions. However, with the...
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Artificial-weathering test requirements for fire-retardant-treated wood to reproduce optimal chemical retention and moisture conditions
Despite the increasing outdoor use of fire-retardant-treated wood, methods for predicting its service life remain poorly established. With the aim of...
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Biological durability and moisture dynamics of untreated and thermally modified poplar
Cross laminated timber (CLT) and glue laminated timber (glulam or GLT) are gaining attention given their use in high-rise buildings as climate...
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Prediction of moisture-induced cracks in wooden cross sections using finite element simulations
Wood absorbs and desorbs moisture due to its hygroscopic behavior, leading to moisture gradients in timber elements as well as swelling and...
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Effects of acetylation on moisture sorption of wood under cyclically changing conditions of relative humidity
Dynamic moisture changes affect practical wood processing and wood utilization. To evaluate the effect of acetylation on dynamic moisture sorption of...
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Effects of furfurylation on interactions between moisture sorption and humidity conditioning of wood
To investigate effects of furfurylation on interactions between moisture sorption and humidity conditioning of wood, Pinus spp. wood was impregnated...
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Multivariate roles of litter traits on moisture and flammability of temperate northeastern North American tree species
BackgroundTree litter is the primary fuel affecting surface fire behavior in most fire-prone forest and woodland ecosystems in northeastern North...
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Prediction model of moisture content of dead fine fuel in forest plantations on Maoer Mountain, Northeast China
Preventing and suppressing forest fires is one of the main tasks of forestry agencies to reduce resource loss and requires a thorough understanding...
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Moisture sorption isotherms and hysteresis of cellulose, hemicelluloses and lignin isolated from birch wood and their effects on wood hygroscopicity
Cellulose, hemicelluloses, and lignin in wood have completely different structures and hygroscopicity, which markedly impact the wood moisture...
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Reversible and irreversible effects of a moderate heat treatment on the moisture sorption and swelling behavior of modern and historical oak wood
The reversibility of a moderate thermal treatment (TT) at 120 °C on modern and historical oak wood samples was investigated by 1 H nuclear magnetic...
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Three-dimensional modeling of moisture transport in wood using near-infrared hyperspectral imaging and X-ray computed tomography in conjunction with finite element analysis
In past studies, finite element analysis (FEA) methods have been used to simulate the thermal and moisture coupling of wood. However, challenges...
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The vibrational properties of native and thermally modified wood in dependence on its moisture content
The vibrational properties of spruce ( Picea abies Karst.) and European beech ( Fagus sylvatica L.) were investigated in this study in dependence on...
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Biochar Applications Reduces the Mobility of Cadmium Under Differing Soil Moisture Regimes
Recycling the charred agricultural residues as a soil conditioner combines the advantages of cycling back the plant nutrition, sequestering carbon,...
