The Mechanical Properties of Wood, A Discussion of the Factors Affecting the Mechanical Properties, and methods of timber testing

This book was written for students of forestry to whom knowledge of technical and mechanical properties of wood is essential. Part I consists of a discussion of the mechanical properties of wood and the relation of wood material to stresses and strains. Part II deals with the factors that affect the mechanical properties of wood. For the interests of wood usage, timber testing and suggesting the rational use of wood and forests worldwide.