Stress Analysis and Prediction in 3-Layer Laminated Veneer Lumber: Response to Crack and Grain Angle

Authors

  • Jae Kyung Cha
  • Ronald G. Pearson

Keywords:

Tensile strength, laminated veneer lumber, crack, sloping grain

Abstract

A mathematical model has been developed that can predict the elastic properties in tension of 3-layer laminated veneer lumber with clear, straight-grained outer layers and an inner layer with sloping grain and a crack parallel to that grain. This analysis provides a theoretical means of determining the tension behavior of the material containing a crack at any angle to the direction of the stress and takes into account the orientation and basic properties of the individual orthotropic layers.

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Published

2007-06-22

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Number 1 / January 1994

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Research Contributions

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