Physical, Mechanical Properties and Chemical Composition of Branch Wood, As A Secondary Resource, Compared To Wood from Stem

Abstract

One of the most ignored secondary resources, the branches, are insufficiently known and exploited in spite of limited natural reserves. This paper presents a review of the literature with regard to the main physical characteristics, chemical composition, and mechanical properties of branch wood compared to stem wood. Those factors are important to further design added value branch products and understand and predict their mechanical and technological performances.