Wood science becomes engineering when you start designing with numbers, variability, and safety factors — not just species names.
What this guide will cover
- Structural grading concepts
- Variability within and between trees
- Why engineering design uses characteristic values and safety factors
What's Next
Guide 10 — Future Timber Materials.
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Glossary Terms
- Structural grading
- Characteristic value
- Safety factor
Related Guides
Fact-Check Report — Guide 9: Wood Science and Engineering