RESEARC REPORTS

1

Influence of pretreatment techniques on the treatability of hardwood species grown in Karnataka. (2004-2007), PI: P. Narayanappa..

2

Studies on drying characteristics of plantation timbers in dehumidifier drying kiln. (Old title: Development of seasoning schedules for plantation timbers using dehumidification based drying). (2004-2007), PI: Dr. S.S. Chauhan.

3

Evaluation of treatability of selected refractory species. (2000-2006), PI: P. Narayanappa.

4

Analytic studies on visco-elastic behaviour of wood and tree biomechanics. (2002 - 2006), PI: Dr. S.P.S. Rawat.

5

Studies on fiber formation in wood. (2002 -2006), PI: Dr. S.P.S. Rawat.

6

Polymerization filled composites. (2003-2006), PI: Ajay Karmarkar.

7

Wood-fibre plastic composite foams with improved cell morphology by continuous process. (2004-2006), PI: Pankaj Aggarwal.

8

Performance and evaluation of selected bamboo species treated by modified Boucherie process. (2004 - 2006), PI: Ms. D. Venmalar.

9

Development of alternative preservatives of more economic value and schedules for their incorporation in wood. (2000-2005), PI: D. Venmalar.

10

Evaluation of ammonia based preservatives against Indian termites. (2000-2005), PI: P. Narayanappa.

11

Effect of temperature, humidity and pH on CCB fixation in wood (2003-2005), PI: Pankaj Aggarwal.

12

Studies on the drying behaviour of timber used for handicrafts. (2003-2005), PI: Suresh Gairola.

13

Studies on forced air drying of plantation grown timbers. (2002-2005), PI: N.K. Upreti.

14

Analysis of wood and its constituents by fluorescence and FTIR spectroscopic technique - a non destructive tool for rapid characterisation of wood. (1999-2004), PI: Dr. K.K. Pandey.

15

Thermodynamics of moisture adsorption and desorption in wood. (1999-2004), PI: Dr. S.P.S. Rawat.

16

Development of seasoning and preservation techniques for bamboo and rattans. (2000-2003), PI: N.K. Upreti.

17

Investigation on the effect of growth stresses in processing of timber from plantations. (2000-2003), PI: Pankaj Kumar Aggarwal.

18

Studies on the permeability of hardwood species grown in regions of Karnataka, Goa and Andhra Pradesh. (1999-2002), PI: P. Narayanappa.

19

Modification in existing design of solar drying kiln to improve energy efficiency. (1999-2002), PI: N.K. Upreti.

20

Performance evaluation of wood coating systems. (2000-2002), PI: N.K. Upreti.

21

Effect of repeated cycles of wetting and drying. (1998-2000), PI: A.K. Anantha Narayana.

22

Wood fibres in thermoplastic composites. (1997-1999), PI: Ajay Karmakar.

23

A rapid and non-destructive technique for estimating growth strains in trees and logs. (1996- 1 998), PI: Pankaj Kumar Aggarwal.

1

Studies on the sucking pest complexes of Sandal and their management. (2004-2007), PI: Dr. R. Sundararaj.

2

Role of Fungi biodeterioration of timber under marine conditions. (2004-07),. PI: H.C. Nagaveni.

3

Impact of disturbance on canopy insect biodiversity: an assessment of forest health. (2003-2007,) PI: Y.B. Srinivasa.

4

Ethnobotanical studies of Godavari valley in Andhra Pradesh. (2002-2007), PI: Dr. Rama Rao.

5

Inventory of coastal plant communities of north Andhra region. (2003-2007), PI: M.V. Rao.

6

Studies on teak heartwood borer Alcterogystia (cossus) cadambae moore and its management. (2000-2006), PI: Dr. O.K. Remadevi.

7

Investigations on the potential of medicinal and aromatic plants as a source of botanical insecticides. (1999-2004), PI: Dr. R. Sundararaj.

8

Studies on termite problems of trees and timber and development of termite testing facilities. 1999-2003), PI: Dr. R. Sundararaj.

9

Investigations on the insect pest problems of wood in packing cases and handicraft industries. (1999-2003), PI: Raja Muthukrishnan.

10

Development of protocol for rearing wood borer larvae. (2000-2003), PI: Dr. M. Balaji.

11

Role of biofertilizer in ecorestoration of problematic site like mine reject soil in Goa. (2000-2005), PI: H.C. Nagaveni.

12

Studies on entomofauna of mangroves of Karnataka, Goa and Andhra Pradesh. (2000-2005), PI: Dr. O.K. Remadevi.

13

Control of biodeterioration of wood with the help of eco-friendly preservatives and bioactive substances on staining and decay fungi under terrestrial conditions. (1997-2005), PI: H.C. Nagaveni.

14

Biosystematic studies on parasitoid complex of sandal coccids and their utilization in biological control. (2002- 2005), PI: Y.B. Srinivasa.

15

Conservation and management of Coondapure mangroves Karnataka. (1999-2004), Dr. K.S. Rao.

16

Studies on the diversity of Aleyrodid fauna of South Western Ghats. (External Project). (2000-2002), Dr. R. Sundararaj.

17

Studies on biodeterioration of mangrove and coastal vegetation. (1997- 2000), PI: Dr. L.N. Shanthakumaran.

18

Studies on biofertiliser. (1995-2000), PI: K.S. Ananthapadmanabha/H.C. Nagaveni.

19

Studies of insect pests of nurseries, plantations and natural forests and their control. (1992-2000), PI: Dr. O.K. Remadevi.

20

Natural durability of different timbers and timber products against decay under terrestrial conditions. (1997-2000), PI: H.S. Ananthapadmanabha/K.C.Nagaveni.

21

Studies on durability of different timbers and timber products against biodeterioration under marine conditions. (1997-2000), PI: Dr. L.N. Shanthakumaran.

22

Studies on disease of seedlings in nurseries, plantations and natural forests. (1997-2000), PI: K.S. Ananthapadmanabha /H.C. Nagaveni.

23

Studies of insect pest problems of timber in storage, buildings furniture's and other structures and its control. (1996-1999), PI: Dr. O.K. Remadevi.

24

Investigations on the biology, ecology, frequency and distribution of biodeteriorating agencies under marine conditions. (1988-1999), PI: Dr. V.V. Srinivasan.

25

Natural resistance of timber against biodeterioration under marine conditions. (1989-1999), PI: Dr. L.N. Shanthakumaran.

26

Assessment of efficacy of preservatives in treated timber against biodeterioration under marine conditions. (1988- 1999), PI: Dr. L.N. Shanthakumaran.

27

Assessment of service life of treated timber structures under marine conditions. (1988-1999), PI: Dr. K.S. Rao.

28

Environmental implications of biodeterioration control measures. (1988-1996), PI: Dr. K.S. Rao.

29

Use of biogenic compounds in control of biodeterioration. (1988-1996), PI: Dr. K.S. Rao.

30

Natural resistance of different timbers against biodeterioration by termites, insects and fungi under terrestrial conditions. (1989-1993), PI: V.R. Shivramakrishnan /H.S. Ananthapadmanabha.

31

Control of biodeteriorating with the help of wood extractives, other plant derivatives, bioactive substances and biological agencies. (1989-1993), PI: V.R. Shivramakrishnan/H.S. Ananthapadmanabha/R.V. Krishnan.

32

Comparative efficacy and economics of water borne preservatives with susceptible timber species. (1989-1993), PI: V.R. Shivramakrishnan /H.S. Ananthapadmanabha /R.V. Krishnan.

33

Investigations on biology the ecology, frequency and distribution of biodeteriorating agencies under land conditions. (1989-1992), PI: R.V. Krishnan/V.R. Shivramakrishnan /H.S. Ananthapadmanabha.

34

Studies on techniques of prophylactic treatments for susceptible timbers against insects borers, termites and wood decaying fungi at felling site, transit and in storage.(1989-1992), PI: H.S. Ananthapadmanabha/V.R. Shivramakrishnan/R.V. Krishnan

35

Distribution and intensity of biodeteriorating organisms under marine conditions. (1989-1991), PI: Dr. K.S. Rao.

36

Efficacy of indigenous preservatives and methods for the protection of under water timber structures. (1988-1990), PI: M.V. Rao.

1

Development of colouring reagents based on enzyme -substrate reaction for differentiating oil yielders of sandal in field. (2002 - 2007), PI: V.G. Angadi.

2

Standardization of anti-leaching treatment for Pterocarpus marsupium, Pterocarpus soyaxii and Intsia spp. (2005 - 2007), PI: Anil Kumar Sethy.

3

Chemical induction of heartwood in Sandal. (2000 - 2006), PI. Sri. K.H. Shankaranarayana.

4

Gender identification in Garcinia indica and Simarouba glauca using isoenzyme studies and assessment of fruit characters, yield and market potential of Garcinia indica in Karnataka State. (2004 -2006), PI: Sri. Anil Kumar Sethy.

5

Natural products evaluation of extractives of plant origin for biological and pharmacological activity - Nothapodytes nimmoniana and Garcinia indica. (2000-2005), PI: V.G. Angadi.

6

Photochemical and pharmacological investigations on Persia macrantha. (1999-2004), PI: Sri. K.H. Shankaranarayana.

7

Evaluation of oil yield and composition of new cultivars of high yielding varieties of aromatic and medicinal plants - Pogestemon patchouli and Piper longum. (2000-2003), PI: S.H. Jain /K.H. Shankaraanarayana.

8

Studies on qualitative improvement of E. hybrid oil for value addition. (1998-2000), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

9

Scientific debarking experiments on Persia macrantha. (1997-2000), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

10

Studies on Red sanders wood. (1997-2000), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

11

Preparation and screening of compounds of biocidal and pharmacological activity - chemical investigations on steam and non steam volatile components of creosote and testing their biocidal efficacy. (1997-2000), PI: K.H. Shankaranarayana.

12

Research on sandal (value addition/utilization aspects). (1997-2000), PI: K.H. Shankaranarayana.

13

Chemical and utilization studies on Pterocarpus marsupium. (1997-2000), PI: K.H. Shankaranarayana.

14

Identify provenance areas, collect and test seeds to develop a gene base for genetic improvement. (Sub project of Research on sandal under world bank FREE project). (1994-2000), PI: K.H. Shankaranarayana/ C.R. Rangasamy/ K.S. Theagarajan.

15

Isolation of wood extractives having biocidal activity. (1989-1995), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

16

Saccharification of saw dust by steam and acid hydrolysis. (1989-1993), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

17

Production of oxalic acid from bark of trees of plantation origin. (1989-1993), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

18

Utilization of bark/wood waste as soil conditioner and as a media in containers for growing seedlings. (1989-1993), PI: C.R. Rangasamy.

19

Comparative studies of physico-chemical properties of natural and plantation grown Pterocarpus santalinus (Red sanders). (1989-1992), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

20

Screening of suitable substitute raw material for Jigat used as adhesive in agarbathi manufacture. (1989-1991), PI: K.S. Theagarajan.

1

Studies on Productivity and Management of Teak (Tectona grandis) in Agroforestry practices in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. (2004-2007), PI: Dr. Syam Viswanath.

2

Seed studies of some of the economically important species of Western Ghats. ( 2003-2007), PI: Dr. Geeta Pandey.

3

Screening clonal propagation, ex-situ conservation and genetic improvement of Pongamia pinnata. (2004-2007), PI: R. Nainamalai.

4

Standardization of protocol for viability testing and prolonging the viability and vigour of seeds in storage. (2003-2006), PI: Dr. Geeta Pandey.

5

Evaluation of genetic variability and mating system studies through isoenzyme markers. (2004-2006), PI: Dr. Geeta Pandey.

6

Genetic screening of Jatropha curcas- An important bio-fuel species of dry areas. (2003-2006), PI: Sri. Ashutosh Srivastava.

7

Studies on micropropagation field evaluation and conservation of Pseudoxytenanthera stocksii (Oxytenanthera stocksii)- Threatened species. (2000 -2005), PI: Dr. T.S. Rathore

8

Variation in photosynthesis in clones of sandal and eucalyptus. (2003 - 2005), PI: A.N. Arun Kumar

9

Development of modern nursery techniques for propagation of important species of Goa - Terminalia tomentosa, Xylia xylocarpa, Myristica fragrans, Bambusa arundinacea and Dendrocalamus strictus. (2002- 2005), PI: Dr. T.S. Rathore.

10

Phenological studies in Clonal Seed Orchard of teak in Karnataka. (1999-2004), PI: Sri. Ashutosh Srivastava.

1

Carbonisation of selected fuelwood species. (2004-2007), PI: Mr. Ritesh Kumar D. Ram.

1

Research on Sandal

2

Tree Improvement

3

Utilization of Alternate timbers for catamarans

4

Planting stock improvement programme

5

Extension

1

Studies on the diversity of Aleyrodid fauna of South Western Ghats. (2000-2002), Dr. R. Sundararaj.

2

Biocomposites from Engineered Natural Fibers. (2003-2006), PI: Ajay Karmarkar.

1

Evaluation of physical and mechanical properties of Acacia hybrids. (2001-2003), Dr. R.V. Rao.

RR239

study of imported logs at Kandla port and identification of alternative indigenous plantation species for import substitution

RR238

Modification of urea formaldehyde resin by acrylamide copolymerization for low emission

RR237

An experimental approach on development of alternative walling system for housing with use of bamboo and other materials

RR236

Development of particle board from lantana camara

RR235

To study the effect of specific pressure on thickness and properties of veneer-based panels

RR234

Adhesion and performance of bamboo based panel products-An anatomical approach

RR233

Investigation on scenario of bamboo utilization in north east India

RR232

study on toxic chemicals released on burning of bamboo round sticks and incense sticks made from bamboo

RR231

Development of geopolymer for the manufacture of wood geopolymer composite

RR230

Development of Low formaldehyde emitting particle board by nano particle reinforcement

RR229

Development of PMDI/UF modified resin for general purpose plywood manufacturing having better water resistance and rheological propertiesr

RR228

Development of Fast curing modified phenol-formaldehyde resin for manufacture of plywood at lower curing temperature

RR227

To study the properties of low density particle board from Bamboo for different end use applications.

RR226

Investigation on the susceptibility of various panel products to wood-deteriorating biological agents.

RR225

Development of transparent wood polymer composite.

RR224

Estimation and forecasting of particle board and MDF in India.

RR223

Accelerated weathering study on Bamboo Lumber.

RR222

Study on the effect of age and log diameter of Melia Dubia and Eucalyptus on veneer quality and end products.

RR221

Development of low temperature thermosetting adhesive for plywood lamination.

RR220

Development of cellular core door using bamboo silvers as infill.

RR219

Suitability Of Melia Dubia For Manufacture Of Flush Door.

RR218

Development Of Particle Board Using Carbon Nano Tubes (CNT) To Improve Physical And Mechanical Properties.

RR217

Development of bamboo veneer from Indian sympodial bamboo

RR216

Development of panel products from Wood Pulp waste

RR215

Study On The Effect Of Nanoparticles On Fire Resistance And Smoke Suppression Properties Of Bamboo Strand Lumber.

RR214

Suitability Of Melia Dubia for Manufacture Of Block Board.

RR213

A study On the Effect of High Temperature Treatment on the Dimensional Stability, Color, Water Repellency And Strength Of Bamboo Scrimber.

RR212

Study On Process to Increase Yield Of Bamboo for composite by chemical and mechanical methods

RR211

Anatomical Evaluation Of Adhesive Penetration In Timbers.

RR210

Preparation Of Block Board With Fire Retardant Nano Chemicals.

RR209

Development Of New And Improved Extender For Plywood Adhesive Having Extender-Scavenger Dual Function to Make Less Toxic And More Eco-Friendly.

RR208

Development Of Composites From Beverages of Tetra Packs.

RR207

Keratin Modified Urea Formaldehyde Resin for Particle Board and Plywood and Study on Durability Panel Products.

RR206

Development of Bamboo Strip Based Composites With Epoxy Resin.

RR205

Study on Acoustic And Thermal Efficiency of Particle Boards Made from Agro Residues.

RR204

Estimation And Forecasting Of Import Of Wood And Wood Products In India.

RR203

Development of Honeycomb Panels Using Bamboo Slivers

RR202

Study on Utilization of Plantation Grown Timber Species Melia Dubia for Medium Density Fiber Board.

RR201

Development of Medium Density Fiber Board–Phase I–Wheat Straw.

RR200

Development of Light Weight Composite Panel Products.

RR199

Innovative and competitive technology for manufacture of fire-retardant adhesive for wood based panel products.

RR198

Manufacture of Flush Door with Engineered Core Infill.

RR197

Evaluation of Multicomponent Biocide for Protection of Plywood and Other Panel Products

RR196

Development of Fire Retardant cum Preservative Coating for Wood Based Panel Products.

RR195

Development of Composite using Bamboo Saw Dust and Bamboo Fibers.

RR194

Development of Bamboo Strand Lumber for Housing Application.

RR193

Studies on variation in Plantation Grown Melia Dubia including selected clones of Populus Deltoids and its suitability for Plywood Manufacturing.

RR192

Development of PUMF Resin for the manufacture of Plywood.

RR191

Study on suitability of Melia dubia for Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) manufacturing

RR190

Study on the effect of Density Variation through thickness on Properties of Three Layer Particle Board.

RR189

Development of UV & Weather Resistant Coating for Wood based Panel products and Bamboo Composites.

RR188

Study on Trend Analysis of Wood Based Panels in India

RR187

Development of Medium Density Fiberboard (Mdf) from plantation grown timber species Casuarina- Phase II

RR186

Selection Criteria and Optimization of Parameters of Wooden Frames Used in Fire Rated Doors of Different Ratings

RR185

Study and Analysis of Nano Coating as Fire Retardant on Wood Panel Products

RR184

Copperized Karanj seed (Pongamia pinnata) oil extractive as a protective measure in Plywood Manufacture

RR183

Study on the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Strands Obtained by Disintegration of Bamboo Strip for Manufacturing of Moulded Product

RR182

Development of Fire Retardant Particle Board

RR181

Statistical Data Analysis on The Properties of Wood Panels

RR180

Assessment of Relative Toxicity of Various Panel Products and Study the Toxicity Index Behavior of Treated and Untreated Wood Based Panel Products.

RR179

Suitability of plantation timber Melia dubia for particle board manufacturing

RR178

Dielectrical and Electrical properties of wood and Bamboo based composite products

RR177

Evaluation of new Boron fixation system for wood preservation

RR176

Review of method of testing fire resistance of plywood and optimization of test procedure

RR175

Fatigue strength properties of structural panels

RR174

Polyureathane based bio-adhesive for the manufacture of plywood

RR173

Effect of Cassava Flour as an Extender in UF and PF resin on the Bond Quality of Plywood

RR172

Evaluation of Synergistic effect of Metal Chellators with Wood Preservative Chemicals in Wood Preservation

RR171

Bioefficacy Study of Colemanite against Wood Destroying Organism

RR170

Development of Medium Density fibre board (MDF) from plantation grown timber species Grevilea robusta ( Silver Oak) Phase-1

RR169

Development of Soya based resin for the manufacture of plywood

RR168

Development of alternative preservative treatment procedure for marine/shuttering grade plywood

RR167

Efficacy of Copper- Ethanolamine- Boron based wood preservative against wood destroying organisms

RR166

Evaluation of Earthquake resistant feature of Bamboo Housing System using Shock Table

RR165

Development of Technology of Manufacturing Bagasse Particle Board using E1 Resin

RR164

Acoustic Studies of Panel Products and Development of Accoustic Panel. Phase II: Development of Acoustic Panel from Depith Bagasse

RR163

Development of technique for production of face veneers from reconstituted plantation timbers.

RR162

Development of self adhesive core veneer to replace the glue core of the plywood.

RR161

Study on fire performance of door and shutter assemblies and formulation of standards in line with International standards.

RR160

Development of Bamboo particleboard

RR159

Screening of some newer insecticides against wood destroying insects

RR158

Emission of Formaldehyde from particleboard

RR157

Development of veneer-bamboo mat flexiply.

RR156

Acoustic studies of panel products and development of acoustic panel. Phase1: Investigation of acoustic properties of panel products made from Wood and other lignocellulosics

RR155

Development of low cost PF resin.

RR154

Development of cellular core flush door from bamboo rings and plantation timber.

RR153

Evaluation of Engineering properties of new generation panel materials from wood and other natural fibers including bamboo.

RR152

Review of panel door specification for optimization of thickness of rails and stiles.

RR151

Development of compregs using bamboo mats alone veneers from plantation timbers and in combination of bamboo mats and veneers.

RR150

Development of high density shuttering grade plywood using bamboo mats alone and in combination with veneers from plantation timbers.

RR149

Development of test methods for joinery.

RR148

Design and development of stressed skin panels using new generation panel materials.

RR147

Study on the resin intake of Bamboo Mats at each stage of dipping and its effect on Resin properties of Bamboo mats to ensure uniform colour and bond quality of bamboo mat board products.

RR146

Modified Flush door Shutter using Jute Felt Composite.

RR145

Treatment of chemicals in Effluent discharged from plywood industries

RR144

Development of floor tiles using Bamboo strips

RR143

Design, Fabrication and Testing of Bamboo grid walls of large spans

RR142

Investigation on the use of a new environment friendly preservative chemical "Spinosad" for plywood protection.

RR141

Study on preferential absorption of chemicals in Dip Diffusion process of veneer treatment with fixed type of preservative & pressure impregnation treatment with Copper Chrome Boron (CCB)

RR140

Effect of Age of Bamboo on Bond

RR139

Development of PF resin adhesive incorporated with insecticides & fungicide for preservation of plywood

RR138

Partial replacement of phenol in phenol formaldehyde resin by Para Phenol Sulphonic Acis for manufacture of higher grade plywood

RR137

Development of Urea Formaldehyde Resin with Low Formaldehyde emission for particle board

RR136

Design and Development of Mechanized model 'E' Tester

RR135

Strengthening of Non-Destructive test facilities and development of test methods for panel products

RR134

Development of panels from Bamboo Curtain for transport flooring.

RR133

Development of alternate test method to 72 hours boiling test prescribed for plywood and blockboard in Indian Standard Specification

RR132

Effect of cyclic and accelerated water resistance tests on bending Properties of higher grades of plywood

RR131

Development of jute overlays for panel products

RR130

Study on pollution in Plywood Industries

RR129

Dursban 50 WT as a GlueLine Additive for protection of plywood Against Borers

RR128

A new approach to improve the fire retardancy of Plywood

RR127

Laminated Veneer Lumber from plantation timber for Rails and Stiles Frames for Furniture and Joinery

RR126

Development of 'E' Tester for large size wood based panel material

RR125

Development of glued laminated timber using plantation grown timbers/species for structural and non-structural uses.

RR124

Development of computerized Bibliography on wood adhesive.

RR123

Efficacy of deoiled Neem Seed Cake powder as Ecofriendly Preservative for manufacturing MR grade Plywood-Part I

RR122

Evolution of suitability of plantation grown timbers from Tamilnadu for the manufacture of plywood

RR121

Evaluation of Tapioca Flour, Maize Starch and Maida as extender for UF Resin Adhesives for bonding MR grade plywood

RR120

Analysis of Formaldehyde Emission in wood Particle Board

RR119

Physical Mechanical Properties of Plywood made from Imported Species Nyatoh to find its Suitability for Higher Grades of Plywood

RR118

Physical Mechanical Properties of Plywood Made from Imported Species Rengas to find its Suitability for Higher Grades of Plywood

RR117

Physical mechanical properties of plywood made from Jhinghan to find its suitability for higher grades of plywood

RR116

Physical mechanical properties of plywood made from Maesopsis eminii to find its suitability for higher grades of plywood

RR115

Physical mechanical properties of plywood made from Melia dubia to find its suitability for higher grades of plywood

RR114

Physical mechanical properties of plywood made from Silver oak to find its suitability for higher grades of plywood

RR113

Phenolic resin for bonding veneers from low durability wood treated with preservative chemicals

RR112

Studies on peeling, drying and gluing characteristics of Melia dubia (Malabar Neem wood)s

RR111

Efficacy of trichlorophenol - a potential wood preservative

RR110

Development of protective measures for plywood using neem oil based insecticide -Nimbecidine

RR109

Partial replacement of phenol and formaldehyde by coconut shell flour (CSF) in PF resin suitable for bonding BWR and BWP grades of plywood

RR108

Implementing quality control circles in plywood production

RR107

Studies on peeling, drying and gluing characteristics of Maesopsis eminii (Musizi)

RR106

Development of sawing and air drying techniques for the production of construction and joinery quality sawn timber from Grevillia Robusta (Silver oak)

RR105

To study on the use of copper sulphate as a catalyst for UF resin suitable for bonding MR grade plywood and its use as a preservative to protect plywood.

RR104

Development of designs of door sets for conservation and substitution of wood

RR103

Productivity concepts and their applications in plywood industry (English and Hindi version)

RR102

Comparative performance evaluation of powder PF resin manufactured by M/s. Allied Resins Ltd., with that of liquid PF resin generally used in Indian Plywood Industry for bonding BWR grade plywood.

RR101

Non destructive evaluation of properties of panel products by vibration techniques Misc R.R. No.4 Influence of Alkali content in Resin, Open assembly and glue line - on moisture content glue bond strength in PF bonded plywood

RR100

Studies on peeling, drying and gluing characteristics of lesser known Indian hardwoods (Poplar, Wodier & Silver oak)

RR99

Development of protective measures for wood and wood based panels based on the boron compound B.M. 59

RR98

A study on TCT saws for edge trimming of plywood

RR97

Study on the suitability of deoiled Soyabean flour and Jatropha seed cake flour as extenders for UF and PF resin adhesives for bonding MR and BWR grades of plywood

RR96

Determination of abrasion characteristics of wood based panels

RR95

Development of lignosulphonate modified phenolic and amino resins for the manufacture of general purpose plywood

RR94

Development of surface coating compositions to UF resin bonded plywood for semi exterior applications in low cost housing

RR93

Evaluation of PF bonded veneered particle board and pre-laminated rice husk board for concrete shuttering - To study the performance of adhesive with timbers of different density ranges for structural laminated wood products for exterior applications (Recommendations sent to Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi)

RR92

Total Quality Control in sawmilling and QC applications in saw-milling

RR91

Determination of Optimum Temperature for drying veneers in thermic fluid heated dryers

RR90

Investigation on the effect of copper-chloride as hardener and preservative in UF resin adhesive

RR89

Veneer dryer performance measuring system

RR88

Development of protective measures for plywood using a new insecticide-Imidachloprid

RR87

Remedial treatment against insect attack on wood and wood based panels in storage

RR86

Extender from some indigenous oil cakes for development of UF and PF resin adhesives for the manufacture of plywood for general purposes

RR85

Development of economical treatment method for veneers and plywood made of nondurable and imported species with NaTCP (Sodiumtrichlorophenate)

RR84

Development of non-leachable type fire retardant -cum-preservative composition

RR83

Development of economical method to treat wood and wood based panels by vapour boron method

RR82

Partial replacement of phenol with cardanol for the preparation of highly water soluble phenolic resin suitable to bond BWR and BWP grades of plywood

RR81

Development of adhesives for species refractory to bonding in plywood manufacture

RR80

An economic model for the raising and maintenance of the fast growing species suitable for plywood

RR79

Evaluation and codification of engineering properties of shuttering plywood

RR78

Investigation on peeling, drying and gluing characteristics of commonly used imported species (Mersawa, Rengas and Nyotah)

RR77

Evaluation of properties of plantation grown Grevillia robusta (Silver oak) for structural uses

RR76

Colouring of veneers to simulate the colour of gurjan

RR75

A Manual on Wood furniture Part-I - Materials

RR74

Survey of research needs on wood-based panel products

RR73

Determination of physical-mechanical properties of higher grade plywood made from imported species

RR72

Development of fast curing phenolic resin adhesives for higher grades of plywood

RR71

Development of single component phenolic resin adhesives for wood metal bonding

RR70

Investigations on rotary cutting, drying and gluing characteristics of commonly used imported species of Timbers (Keruing, Okoume, Ekop & Kapur)

RR69

Studies on Palmyrah wood - Wood acids and their influence on gel time of Urea Formaldehyde resin

RR68

Development of test methods and rationalization of Indian Standards test procedures for wood-based panel materials

RR67

Development of suitable techniques for sawing coconut wood and rubber wood and utilization of sawn wood

RR66

Studies on peeling, slicing, drying and gluing of Eucalyptus wood and other lesser known Indian hardwoods for the manufacture of different grades of plywood

RR65

Development of wood residue based particle board

RR64

Preparation of a standard code of practice for ceilings from wood based panel materials

RR63

Study on the effect of proteinous and starch based fillers and extenders on phenolic bonded plywood

RR62

Evaluation of commonly used extenders for UF resin adhesives in the plywood industry

RR61

Performance of plywood treated with fire retardant chemicals

RR60

Development of a prototype LED Moisture Indicator

RR59

Development of bamboo mat based apple packing cases

RR58

A study on hot water treatment of logs and its effects on peeling of thicker veneers, surface quality of veneers, improved recovery and grade recovery of veneers

RR57

Development of flooring systems from eucalypt and rubber wood

RR56

Development of Amino resins with low formaldehyde releasing property

RR55

Partial replacement of phenol in phenol-formaldehyde resin by black liquor for manufacturing higher grades of plywood

RR54

Development of sawing practices and engineering end uses for eucalypt wood commonly available in India

RR53

Development of treatment schedules for veneers, plywood and core stock of flush doors/block boards using sodium borate compound

RR52

Studies on sodium trichlorophenate as potential wood preservative

RR51

Development of protective measures for plywood using organophosporous compound in the glue line

RR50

Physical mechanical properties of plywood made out of lesser known hardwood species

RR49

Investigations on rotary cutting, drying and gluing characteristics of veneers and physical and mechanical properties of plywood made from Douglas Fir.

RR48

Exposure study on surface and edge coated plywood

RR47

Development of steel reinforced plywood for various engineering applications

RR46

A study on deoiled maize gluten as an extender for UF and PF resins suitable for the manufacture of different grades of plywood

RR45

Development of fire retardant cum preservative compositions for plywood

RR44

Development of protective treatment methods for plywood using chlorinated hydrocarbon in the glue line

RR43

Development of electronic clipper control for Indian Plywood Industry

RR42

A study to estimated trained man-power requirement by categories in mechanical wood industries

RR41

Annotated Bibliography of studies on plywood with particular reference to Indian studies

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Determination of physical mechanical properties of plywood made out of lesser known hardwood species

RR40

Determination of physical mechanical properties of plywood made out of lesser known hardwood species

RR39

Investigations on rotary cutting drying and gluing characteristics of Indian hardwood species part-II

RR38

Development of adhesives for composite boards

RR37

Staining of veneers and plywood with leach resistant coloured preservative compositions

RR36

Investigation on the inter-relationship between construction and glue shear strength of plywood

RR35

Development of prophylactic protective treatment for veneers during storage and transit

RR34

Revision of Indian Standards on plywood - A report on survey of manufacturer's opinions

RR33

A study on dual cycle hot pressing process to reduce compression loss in plywood

RR32

Studies on subabul seed gum as extender for plywood adhesives

RR31

Application of para formaldehyde in the production of UF and PF resin adhesives

RR30

Development of digital surface temperature indicator

RR29

Screw holding properties of wood-based panel materials

RR28

Electronic thickness measuring system for veneers and other sheet Materials

RR27

Determination of physical-mechanical properties of plywood and other wood-based panel materials

RR26

Development and evaluation of a low pressure steam injection system in peeling lathes/p>

RR25

Development of suitable sealants for plywood

RR24

Investigations on the suitability of plantation grown Eucalyptus tereticornis from Neyveli for plywood and sawn timber

RR23

Development of protective measures for core-stock of flush doors and block boards

RR22

Development of protective measures for plywood against insect borers

RR21

A study of Central excise duty on plywood and other wood based panel products

RR20

A study of the status of plywood industry in India

RR19

Development of extended PF resin glue formulations for the production of WWR and BWR grades of plywood

RR18

Development of suitable putty for repairing plywood)

RR17

Development of low temperature curing phenolic resin adhesives for the manufacture of BWR and BWP plywood

RR16

Partial replacement of phenol in phenol formaldehyde resin by cardanol Lignin powder and coconut shell flour for the manufacture of BWR and BWP plywood (for supplementary Report see Sl.No.43 (Withdrawn)

RR15

Investigations on the suitability of plantation grown Eucalyptus tereticornis from Punjab for manufacture of plywood

RR14

Investigations on rotary cutting, drying and gluing characteristics of Indian Hardwood species Part-1

RR13

Evaluation of the thermal characteristics of wood-based panels

RR12

Development of Intumescent fire retardant composition for plywood and allied materials - Directory of the Indian Plywood and other wood-based panel Industry

RR11

Design & Development of School furniture using wood & wood based panels

RR10

Dry veneer Moisture Scanner

RR9

Development of end-coats to protect green veneer logs from end-cracking and end coating cold form (English and Hindi)

RR8

Quality Control Manual for Plywood Industry

RR7

Development of suitable economic adhesives based on synthetic resin as well as proteinous materials and their application in the production of tea-chest plywood

RR6

Development of suitable designs for economical trussed rafters

RR5

Weathering studies on exterior grade plywood

RR4

Review of Indian Standard Specifications on panel doors and flush doors

RR3

Development of adhesive formulations for pre-pressing plywood

RR2

Improvement of UF resin adhesives suitable for the manufacture of WWR grade plywood

RR1

Post construction protective coatings for wood and wood-based panels