Journal article
Composite Panels from Wood Waste: A Detailed Review of Processes, Standards, and Applications
IT Amarasinghe, Y Qian, T Gunawardena, P Mendis, B Belleville
Journal of Composites Science | MDPI | Published : 2024
DOI: 10.3390/jcs8100417
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Abstract
The global demand for sustainable building materials has fuelled research into composite panels from wood waste. Despite their potential, the widespread adoption of this practice is hindered by the absence of quality standards, inconsistent material properties, and uncertainties about durability and strength. This paper critically reviews existing standards, manufacturing processes, and the suitability of panels from wood waste. A systematic review is conducted to identify the influencing processes and parameters affecting panel performance, from waste collection to the finishing stages. The findings indicate that incorporating 10–30% of wood waste can enhance the mechanical and physical pro..
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Awarded by University of Melbourne
Funding Acknowledgements
This work was supported by the University of Melbourne Research Scholarship and the Australian Research Council Industrial Transformation Research Program (ITRP)-Research Hub IH220100016: ARC Research Hub to Advance Timber for Australia's Future Built Environment.