Projects (3)

An Investigation into the Structural Performance of Engineered Wood I-Joists with Web Openings Mar 1, 2023 - Feb 28, 2026
This research will be conducted in collaboration with James Jones and Sons. The aim is to conduct a research investigation to evaluate the influence of geometrical and numerical configurations of web openings on the strength and stiffness of I-joists... Read More about An Investigation into the Structural Performance of Engineered Wood I-Joists with Web Openings.

Building From England's Woodlands Jul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2025
The focus of the project is to develop 5 building system concepts through innovative digital design, adapted to the characteristics of 5 underutilised home-grown English timber species. Each project should be developed to create 1:1 physical prototyp... Read More about Building From England's Woodlands.

SIRT 2021-2022 (WP1&2) Sep 1, 2021 - Jul 31, 2024
Our research activities are focused on understanding the physical and mechanical properties of wood and how these affect its performance in different applications. Our main aim is to better understand how the management site, and climate, of forests... Read More about SIRT 2021-2022 (WP1&2).