Abstract
X-ray nanotomography has successfully been applied for
studying individual fibre bonds. X-ray nanotomography is
a powerful tool for observing the three-dimensional
structure of the fibre crossings with a resolution better
than is possible with optical methods. Typical challenges
encountered were the demanding sample preparation
process, and movement of the sample during the scanning.
A long scanning time was needed (60 h), which apparently
also degraded the cellulose molecules in the fibre wall.
In spite of several problems, a small number of fibre
bonds between springwood fibres (unrefined and refined,
bleached softwood kraft) were successfully imaged. The
results showed that only a fraction (i.e. 15-88%) of the
crossing areas were in contact.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Progress in Paper Physics Seminar 2016 |
Subtitle of host publication | Conference proceedings |
Pages | 162-168 |
Publication status | Published - 2016 |
Event | Progress in Paper Physics Seminar, PPPS 2016 - Darmstadt, Germany Duration: 22 Aug 2016 → 26 Aug 2016 |
Conference
Conference | Progress in Paper Physics Seminar, PPPS 2016 |
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Abbreviated title | PPPS 2016 |
Country/Territory | Germany |
City | Darmstadt |
Period | 22/08/16 → 26/08/16 |
Keywords
- x-ray tomography
- fiber bonds
- bonded area