Computed tomography (CT) scanning is a non-destructive imaging technique that can be used to measure the moisture content of wood. This technique is based on the principle that X-rays are absorbed by water, and the amount of absorption is proportional to the water content. By scanning a piece of wood with a CT scanner, it is possible to create a three-dimensional image of the wood and to quantify the water content within the wood.
CT scanning is a highly accurate and reliable method for measuring the moisture content of wood, and it can be used to measure the moisture content of wood in a variety of applications, including:
To perform a CT scan of wood, the wood sample is placed in a CT scanner, which is a machine that uses X-rays to create images of the inside of an object. The CT scanner rotates the wood sample while taking X-ray images from different angles. The X-ray images are then processed by a computer to create a three-dimensional image of the wood.
Once the three-dimensional image of the wood has been created, the computer can be used to quantify the water content within the wood. This is done by measuring the amount of X-rays that are absorbed by the wood. The more water that is present in the wood, the more X-rays will be absorbed.
There are several benefits to using CT scanning to measure the moisture content of wood, including: