Abstract
To improve the performance and utilization of low grade pine lumber, southern pine (SP) laminated planks (184 mm × 320 mm × 4.29 m) were fabricated and evaluated for construction mats application. The laminated planks were made from No. 3 grade SP lumber and face-laminated with waterproof polyurethane adhesive. Modulus of rupture (MOR, 33.1 MPa), characteristic design value of fiber bending stress (Fb, 12.6 MPa), and modulus of elasticity (MOE, 7040 MPa) were obtained from four-point static bending tests. The comparison results demonstrated that the product of this research has applicability as a member stock for construction mats application.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
