This paper reviews electrolyte additives used in Li-ion batteries. According to their functions,
the additives can be divided into these categories:(1) solid electrolyte interface (SEI) forming …

Production of energy from lignocellulosic biomass or residues is receiving ever-increasing
interest. Among the different processes, dark fermentation for producing biohydrogen and …

Structural Design for Fire Safety, 2nd edition Andrew H. Buchanan, University of Canterbury,
New Zealand Anthony K. Abu, University of Canterbury, New Zealand A practical and …

The mechanical properties presented in this chapter were obtained from tests of pieces of
wood termed “clear” and “straight grained” because they did not contain characteristics such …

Timber: Its Nature and Behaviour adopts a materials science approach to timber and
comprehensively examines the relationship between the performance of timber and its …

So far in the twenty-first century, there have been many developments in our understanding
of materials' behaviour and in their technology and use. This new edition has been …

Natural fiber-reinforced composites are finding new applications in many sectors. In certain
industries, such as building and transport, reduced material flammability is a key …

Natural wood has been used for construction, fuel, and furniture for thousands of years
because of its versatility, renewability, and aesthetic appeal. However, new opportunities for …

Timber cladding has been used since historical times as a locally available, affordable
weather protection option. Nowadays, interest in timber cladding is again increasing …

A process has been developed for densifying wood by thermo-hydro-mechanical (THM)
means. The resulting product is then called THM densified wood. Small specimens of …