Practice Knots (4.1.a) - Introduction - Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation

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Question 1.
What are the two types of knots?
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Think about how they are held in the wood.
Question 2.
What can a loose knot cause?
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Consider its stability.
3Question 3.
What are tight knots?
- Knots that can fall out
- Knots firmly held in the wood
- Knots that weaken the structure
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Think about what allows a knot to remain in the wood.
4Question 4.
True or False: Loose knots enhance the aesthetic value of wood.
- True
- False
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Consider the impact on stability.
Question 5.
Consider a piece of wood with various knots. When would it be acceptable to use wood with a loose knot in furniture, if at all?
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Evaluate the function and load of the furniture.
Question 6.
Create a design choice rationale that incorporates the aesthetics and strength concerning tight and loose knots in a table.
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Think about the design goals of beauty and durability.

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