Historical Wood: Structure, Properties and Conservation

Abstract

Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which allows users to download, copy and build upon published articles, as long as the author and publisher are properly credited, which ensures maximum dissemination and a wider impact of our publications. Preface to "Historical Wood: Structure, Properties and Conservation"Nowadays, the majority of research concentrates on applied science that regards issues crucial from the socio-economical perspective, such as new functional materials and super-efficient technologies, clean energy, improvement of human health, or tackling climate change. However, we cannot forget about our culture and history, which define our humanity. Wooden cultural heritage is an integral part of it. Therefore, we are obliged to protect it, save it from oblivion, and preserve it for future generations. This Special Issue presents the methods for the historical wooden artefacts conservation, reliable modern techniques for characterisation of the wood structure, properties and degree of degradation.It also discusses problems and doubts related to all aspects of conservation and re-conservation of wooden cultural heritage.We hope that this book will meet the expectations of readers interested in historical wood.