Modeling bonding properties of wood-based composites

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Wood composite products, which include: laminated veneer lumber (LVL), particleboard, medium density fibreboard (MDF) and oriented strand boards (OSB), constitute a major class of wood products widely used in residential housing and various other marketplaces. Bonding is obviously of essential importance to the integrity and the performance of wood composites. While it is widely reported in the literature, bonding has been studied predominantly using trial and error approaches. Future technological advancements and innovations require a better understanding of the bonding mechanisms. This proposal outlines the current state of knowledge, the key objectives, and the work plan and the deliverables, concerning the development of a physical and mechanical model of bonding for wood composites.