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Properties and Uses of Coconut Wood.

M. A. Sattar
Director (Ex.)
Seasoning & Timber Physics Division, Bangladesh Forest Research Institute, Chittagong.

Abstract/ Executive Summary:

This work includes the determination of moisture content, bulk density, shrinkage, drying properties and strength properties of Coconut wood. It also incorporates some of the findings of other countries. All the properties indicate that Coconut wood offers an excellent possibility of its use in round form as well as in converted form. The strength values of Coconut wood suggest that it can provide necessary materials for low cost housing. The lower part of the bole may be used for making furniture and utility item, while both sawn and round wood may be employed for transmission poles and posts. Thus Coconut wood may serve as an alternative to wood-raw material.

Keywords: Bulk density, Coconut wood, Shrinkage, Drying properties

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Start Date: 00-00-0000

End Date: 00-00-0000

Program Area: Conservation and Biodiversity

Commodity: Coconut

Objectives:

To study the properties and uses of coconut wood.

Methodology:

Anatomical characters of coconut wood, properties of coconut wood such as physical properties (Moisture content, shrinkage and specific gravity), Mechanical properties, sawing quality, Machining properties (planning, Turning), seasoning, preservation, use of coconut wood in the field of construction, furniture, utility items, Novelty items, poles and posts, charcoal and briquetting have been discussed.

Source of Information: Bano Biggyan Patrika, Jan-July 1982 : 11 (1 & 2), 28-35

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Achievement/Findings:

The properties of Coconut wood offer a great deal of potential uses both in round form and in converted form. The strength values of Coconut wood suggest that it can provide the necessary materials for low cost housing. The upper part of the stem, which is unsuitable for any use except as fuel, may be conveniently used for pulping. The lower part of sawn Coconut wood can be used for making furniture, utility and novelty items, while both sawn and round wood can be employed for transmission pole, fence post, etc. In view of the diminishing trend of wood-raw material and increasing demand for timber, Coconut wood, with proper research and development may serve as an alternative renewable source of raw materials.

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