Advanced Technology for Extraction, Processing and Testing of Forest Products
A special issue of Forests (ISSN 1999-4907). This special issue belongs to the section "Wood Science and Forest Products".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 October 2026 | Viewed by 5046
Special Issue Editors
Interests: mechanics of wood machining; wood cutting theory; optimization of wood processing
Interests: glued wooden structures
Interests: wood and wood-based products; biocomposites
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Wood, one of Earth’s most significant renewable resources, is critical in combating global warming through sustainable processing, utilization, and recycling. In Europe, forested areas continue to expand (europarl.europa.eu), with managed forests ensuring a steady, sustainable wood supply. Climate change, however, is reshaping forest ecosystems, favouring more drought-tolerant tree species. This shift necessitates research into the industrial applications of these species, driving innovation in green technologies such as additive manufacturing, 3D printing, and eco-friendly chemical processes.
Wood products, particularly in construction, act as long-term carbon sinks, with their use in the building industry projected to grow substantially. Similarly, demand for wood-based packaging and insulation materials is expected to rise.
This Special Issue focuses on modern technologies for the sustainable use of forest products, such as wood, pulp, paper, and other plant-based raw materials. It covers the following main areas:
Extraction Technologies: Advanced methods for sustainably harvesting and collecting forest raw materials. This includes mechanized logging systems, precision forestry technologies, and innovative approaches such as utilizing biomass for energy production.
Processing Technologies: Cutting-edge procedures for industrially processing forest raw materials. Examples include woodworking machinery and robotics for efficient and precise processing; the optimisation of wood processing (e.g., LEAN, industry 4.0); chemical and biotechnological methods (e.g., extracting lignin, cellulose, and hemicellulose); and the production of new construction materials, such as composites and bio-based products.
Testing Technologies: Modern analytical tools and methods to assess product quality and durability. These include testing mechanical properties; the fire resistance testing of wood-based building materials; and environmental and sustainability assessments.
This topic emphasizes innovation and sustainability throughout the entire lifecycle of forest products, facilitating the efficient and environmentally friendly use of natural resources.
Prof. Dr. Endre Magoss
Dr. Csilla Csiha
Dr. Tibor László Alpár
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- renewable resources
- climate change
- logging
- additive manufacturing
- fully recyclable wood-based products
- building industry
- wood-based packaging
- green chemistry
- testing technologies
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