WK91852 - New Test Method for Evaluation of the Cross-Grain Compression Strength and Stiffness of Wood and Wood-Based Materials

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ASTM WK91852

New Test Method for Evaluation of the Cross-Grain Compression Strength and Stiffness of Wood and Wood-Based Materials

1. Scope

1.1 These test methods provide a standardized means to evaluate the cross-grain compression and buckling capacity of wood and wood-based products.

Keywords

Cross-grain, compression, perpendicular-to-grain, crushing, mechanical properties, strength, stiffness, bearing

Rationale

The objective of this ballot is to develop new standardized test methods to determine the cross-grain compression strength of wood and wood-based materials. It

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: D07.01

Committee: D07

Staff Manager: Melissa Marcinowski

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 08-02-2024

Technical Contact: Ned Waltz

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