Assignment 3

Assignment 3.1 (due date Oct 3@2:00pm)

1. Prepare a 5 minute presentation on the following timber material: physical, property,

manufacturing process, application and its desired property over other materials/products.
Laminated timber
Cross laminated timber
Laminated veneer lumber
Plywood
Blockboard and laminboard
Particle board
Fiber board
Wood wool slabs
Compressed straw slabs
Thatch
Wood shingles
‘Steko’ blocks
Flexible veners
Printed wood
Transparent wood
Cellulose insulation
Wooden railroad tie
Bamboo

Assignment 3.2 (due date Oct 10 @2:00pm)

2. What are the external and internal factors affecting wetting and drying behavior? List as many
as you can and explain them in detail.
3. Select a naturally durable wood with good dimensional stability for the above ground use for 50
to 70 service years. Justify your selection.