Abstract: A procedure is described that predicts the mechanical behavior of a fibrous material by generating and analyzing finite element models of its three-dimensional microstructure. The approach is ...

Abstract: A model is presented for the tensile and bending analysis of metal‐plate‐connected wood‐splice joints. The model employs a nonlinear, plane stress finite element formulation to allow computation of the internal deformations, ...

Abstract: Light-frame wood roof assemblies may be stronger than what the current single member design approach suggests because of repetitive member load sharing and partial composite action. These strengthening effects are partially ...