ASTM D2915
Full Name
ASTM D2915 – Standard Practice for Sampling and Data-Analysis for Structural Wood and Wood-Based Products
Scope
ASTM D2915 provides guidelines for sampling and data analysis for investigating specified populations of structural wood and wood-based products. The scope of the standard includes:
- Sampling procedures: the standard outlines methods for selecting representative samples from a population of wood or wood-based products. The population may range from products at a specific site to a larger geographic area.
- Data analysis procedures: ASTM D2915 describes both parametric and nonparametric statistical methods for analyzing the collected data. These methods help summarize the data and make logical judgments about the properties of the products.
- Applications: the standard is applicable to various wood and wood-based products, such as lumber, engineered wood products, and composite wood products.
- Limitations: the standard does not specify actions to be taken after data analysis or address adjustment factors for test data to standardize mechanical and environmental conditions. It also does not cover all safety concerns associated with the use of wood and wood-based products.
In summary, ASTM D2915 is a valuable resource for researchers, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies involved in the assessment of wood and wood-based structural products. It provides a standardized approach for sampling and data analysis, ensuring reliable and consistent results.
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Resources
Keywords
sampling; data analysis; structural wood; wood-based products; statistics; population; parametric; nonparametric; mechanical properties