Course

MSE-466: Wood structures, properties and uses

Summary

The presentation of tree growth and formation of wood anatomical structures, linked to the description of specific physical and mechanical properties, makes it possible to understand the different forms of utilisation of this material, including aspects of sustainable development.

Lectures

Instructor

Frédéric Pichelin

Teaching & PhD Courses Wood structures, properties and uses MSE-466 The presentation of tree growth and formation of wood anatomical structures, linked to the description of specific physical and mechanical properties, makes it possible to understand the different forms of utilisation of this material, including aspects of sustainable development.

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/wood-structures-properties-and-uses-MSE-466

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Summary

Lectures

Instructor

Frédéric Pichelin

Official source

https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/wood-structures-properties-and-uses-MSE-466

Moodle Page

http://go.epfl.ch/MSE-466

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Lectures in this course (37)

Introduction to Wood Science and Technology

Provides an overview of wood science and technology, covering wood structure, growth mechanisms, properties, and innovative applications.

Wood Structures: Properties and Uses

Explores the biology, anatomy, and chemistry of wood, forest management, and the potential for wood-based materials in various applications.

Forest Management: Switzerland's Wood Industry

Explores Switzerland's forest management situation, wood harvest trends, and trade balance in wood products.

Forestry Management: Wood Growth and Sustainability

Explores forestry management, wood growth, sustainability, and the utilization of wood in ski production.

Forestry: Tropical Rainforests and Wood Value Chain

Explores tropical rainforests, wood value chain, and climate change impacts on forestry.

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