Neutral Plane Faults & Stem Strength

In storm damage and tree failure assessments, estimating residual strength of damaged trees is difficult and filled with complex, dynamic interactions between the soil, tree, and environment. To help tree specialists appreciate tree biomechanics, this publication was developed to present the maximum relative strength values for two unique, ideal situations--neutral plane faults leaving two stem halves and four stem quarters. This theoretical view can help better understand certain mechanical forces and resistances.

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