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Samuel J. (Samuel James) Record
1881-1945
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The Mechanical Properties of Wood Including a Discussion of the Factors Affecting the Mechanical Properties, and Methods of Timber Testing
"The Mechanical Properties of Wood" by Samuel J. Record is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive guide aimed primarily at students of forestry, educating them on the technical properties of wood, including its mechanical behaviors under various stresses and conditions. The beginning of the work introduces the reader to the essential mechanics of wood, explaining fundamental concepts such as stress, strain, and the general behavior of wood under external forces. Record outlines the purpose and structure of the book, which is divided into parts addressing the mechanical properties of wood, the factors affecting these properties, and methods of testing timber. He emphasizes the variability in wood's strength and the necessity for precise testing to ensure practical applications in construction and other uses. By contextualizing the complexities of wood's structure and mechanical response, Record lays the groundwork for an insightful exploration of timber mechanics.
Lignum-vitae : $b a study of the woods of the Zygophyllaceae with reference to the true lignum-vitae of commerce--its sources, properties, uses, and substitutes
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