Sugars derived from lignocellulosic biomass represent an appealing and critical platform for
advancing the bioeconomy. Attractive for the distinguished selectivity as well as green and …

Wood-plastic composites (WPCs) have attracted widespread attention all over the world.
However, due to the combined characteristics of wood and thermoplastic in WPCs, the …

The hygroscopic behavior of wood-based materials is undoubtedly influential on the
material surfaces exposed to climatic conditions. The paper aims to kinetically investigate …

High temperature heat treatment is one of the main technologies with the highest market
conversion rate and broad future prospects in the functional technology of wood. Chemical …

Agriculture holds a significant place in human society throughout history, and its current
importance as a crucial component of the global economy is undeniable. Nevertheless, the …

This paper presents the results of tests of a new mono-component polyurethane coating for
wood with the aim of evaluating its effect on Ayous (Triplochiton scleroxylon K. Schum) …

Ultraviolet (UV)-induced discoloration and cracking pose formidable challenges for
thermally modified wood (TMW) when used in outdoor applications. Herein, we propose a …

Silver birch (Betula pendula) and Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) wood boards (1000× 100× 25
mm) were thermally modified in a 340 L pilot-scale device in nitrogen with a special focus on …

The main objective of this study was to evaluate the mechanical properties of three thermal-
modified wood species when exposed to weathering in urban and maritime/industrial …

Natural and thermally modified Pine, Ash, and Acacia woods were exposed in two different
environments: urban and maritime/industrial. The weathering effects were evaluated during …