Papers by Author: Ming Jie Guan

Abstract: In this paper, the bamboo-poplar composite oriented strand board (OSB) with different hybrid ratios were aged under the standard of ASTM D1037 to evaluate its weathering performances. The thickness swelling (TS), water absorption, modulus of rapture in perpendicular direction (MOR_⊥), modulus of elasticity in perpendicular direction (MOE_⊥) and internal bonding (IB) of specimens were tested. The results showed that the reduction rate of TS ranged from 21% to 69%, which increased with the poplar ratio increasing; the growth multiple of 24h water absorption of bamboo-poplar composite OSB were at the similar level, the values of which were much smaller than that of the pure bamboo or poplar OSB; the maximum and minimum retention rate of MOR_⊥ and MOE_⊥ belonged to pure bamboo and poplar OSB respectively, retention rate of MOR_⊥ of the bamboo-poplar composite OSB rose with the increment of poplar ratio, while retention rate of MOE_⊥ and IB of bamboo-poplar composite OSB were similar and the hybrid ratio 2.5:7.5(bamboo: poplar) obtained the maximum IB retention rate of 16%. Through detailed comparison, the bamboo-poplar composite OSB with the hybrid ratio 2.5:7.5 performed the best after aging.

Abstract: This paper described the influence of different ageing treatments on bending performance of carbonized bamboo scrimber according to three ageing standards (ASTM D1037, BS EN1087-1 and WCAMA). The modulus of elasticity (MOE) and modulus of rupture (MOR) were tested and the fracture morphology of the samples after mechanical test was also analyzed by SEM before and after ageing. The results showed that the average reduction rates of MOE and MOR were respectively 47.48% and 34.98%. In addition, SEM micrographs revealed that the fracture morphology of ASTM and BS EN presented smoother surfaces than WCAMA. The fracture surface of WCAMA was similar to Control but smoother in some parts. This was mainly due to the brittle rupture playing a dominating role in different degrees based on three ageing treatments. In conclusion, the brittleness of material after ageing was intensified leading to the decline of the bending performance.

Abstract: This paper explored the influence of ultrasonic dip treatment method on bamboo fungi through comparing ultrasonic dip treatment with mold inhibitor dip treatment. Results showed that the appearance time sequencing in order was mold inhibitor dip treatment groups, ultrasonic dip treatment groups and control group. The control group had the highest mold rating. The mold ratings of ultrasonic groups were higher than the lower concentration mold inhibitor dip treatment groups and lower than the higher concentration mold inhibitor dip treatment groups.

Abstract: This research evaluated the planing performance of bamboo scrimber boards at three feed speeds and three cutting depths and used two methods to assess the finished surfaces. A macroscopic grade assessment was made according to ASTM D 1666-87 for visible planing defects. The other assessment was a microscopic scale roughness test measuring surface average roughness in terms of GB/T 12472. The visible results showed that the finished surface quality of bamboo resulted mainly in Grades and , with the main defect being torn grain. The two evaluations method showed consistent results in surface quality that the highest percentage of Grade was counted and the lowest roughness value occurred. Compared with the hardwood Sawtooth oak widely used in furniture industry in China, planning quality of bamboo scrimber board is better in terms of roughness.

Abstract: A novel kind of parallel strand lumber (PSL) was produced, in which bamboo slivers with viscoelastic deformation were mixed with poplar veneer strands at a weight ratio of 1:4 as raw materials, then the flexural characteristics of PSL were investigated. The results showed that stretching treatment was an effective method to generate viscoelastic deformation of bamboo slivers, which would induce prestress in the bamboo slivers, reinforced PSL. The modulus of rupture (MOR) and modulus of elasticity (MOE) of prestressed bamboo slivers reinforced PSL were 7.84% and 11.76% higher than that of control PSL respectively. The flexural toughness index of prestressed bamboo slivers reinforced PSL was increased by 27.55% compared with control PSL. The presence of prestress in bamboo slivers reinforced PSL significantly enhanced its flexural stiffness and toughness, while it had no obvious effect on its flexural strength.

Abstract: Bamboo has been known as a good substitute of engineered wood raw material in the world for its naturally oriented high strength. In this paper, we made the bamboo and poplar composite OSB (oriented strand board) with different hybrid ratios in order to understand the technical feasibility of this composite OSB and to expand the engineered utilization of bamboo. The physical and mechanical properties are tested and the effect of different hybrid ratios on physical and mechanical properties of the board was analyzed. Using this bamboo and wood mixed structure, not only are we to improve the properties of the board, but also to expand the application fields, moreover to enhance the utilization ratio of resources.

Abstract: t is particularly important to develop biomass briquette as alternative solid fuel for the decline of natural coal reserves. This paper focused on analysis of preliminary characteristics of briquette charcoal made from bamboo processing residues. We conducted proximate analysis including content of volatiles, fixed carbon, moisture and ash respectively; determined its density, durability and combustion characteristics. Those results will provide significantly technical parameters for utilization of bamboo waste and biomass resources as solid fuel.