The application of fibre-reinforced polymers (FRP) for strengthening timber structures has
proven its efficiency in enhancing load-bearing capacity and, in some cases, the stiffness of …

This paper provides an overview and analysis of the basic theory of deep learning (DL), and
specifically, a number of important algorithms were compared and analyzed. The article …

Applying circular economy principles through the structural reuse of reclaimed wood in new
construction can reduce the climate impact of the construction industry. The ability to reuse …

Timber constructions and engineered wood products exhibit a strong moisture-dependent
behavior, which needs to be sufficiently describable by models to avoid critical designs. For …

Fracture mechanics is crucial for many fields of engineering applications, as precisely
predicting failure of structures and parts is required for efficient designs. The simulation of …

A method is presented for reconstructing the geometry, the pith, the knots and the local fibre
orientations in timber boards, based on X-ray computed tomography scans. The local fibre …

Moisture may significantly influence the dimensions and behavior of wooden elements and,
thus, it is important to consider within both serviceability as well as ultimate limit state …

Fracture mechanics simulations are crucial for understanding the failure of wood, where the
microstructure strongly influences mechanical properties. In particular, complex crack …

Abstract Knowledge of pith location is needed for modelling of sawn timber and for real time
assessment of wood material in the wood working industry. However, the methods that are …

Abstract Models for the elastic material properties of wood aim to predict the mechanical
response of wooden structures to external loading. Traditionally, the variability of these …