Evaluation of the load carrying capacity of large cross section coniferous timber in standing structures

Authors

  • F. Arriaga Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
  • M. Esteban Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
  • E. Relea Universidad de Valladolid

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3989/mc.2005.v55.i280.205

Keywords:

visual grading, structural assesment, timber, rehabilitation, ultrasounds

Abstract


A total of 85 large section timber pieces (Pinus sylvestris L. and Pinus pinaster Alt.) found in a number of old buildings were visually analyzed and graded pursuant to Spanish standard UNE 56544 and German standard 4074. The object was to formulate a non-destructive method to reliably and effectively determine the mechanical properties of existing timber structures with large cross sections. A new system is proposed based on the chief visual grading parameters and consisting in a single grade; the percentage of rejections with this system is low. In this regard, a specific strength class is established for large cross section members in existing coniferous wood structures, namely F14/E9/D380 (MOR of 14 N/mm2, MOE of 9 kN/mm2 and characteristic density of 380 kg/m3). The use of ultrasonic velocity is proposed to define the next higher strength class - F16/E10/D380, to which timber with velocities of 4,900 m/s or over would be assigned.

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Published

2005-12-30

How to Cite

Arriaga, F., Esteban, M., & Relea, E. (2005). Evaluation of the load carrying capacity of large cross section coniferous timber in standing structures. Materiales De Construcción, 55(280), 43–52. https://doi.org/10.3989/mc.2005.v55.i280.205

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