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Next-Gen Wood: Creating Strong Wood Through Chemical and TEAM Mechanical Process

Project Type: Self-Initiated

Project Description

Natural wood is weak, swells, and fails against fire and insects. Our Next- Generation Wood, engineered by chemical treatment and hot pressing is 10X stronger, moisture and fire resistant, yet affordable and sustainable. The Next-Gen Wood project successfully defined and validated a pathway to transform low-value wood into a highstrength structural bio-composite, meeting all multi-disciplinary targets. The resulting material exhibits 10 times the strength and 11 the stiffness of natural wood, making it a viable alternative to metals in applications like door and window frames. By replacing high-carbon materials (Aluminum) and managing waste, the project aligns directly with Saudi Vision 2030's goals for local, sustainable, and innovative manufacturing. We will focus on advanced process development, including Closed-Loop Recycling of chemical liquors, ME Mold Optimization for complex shapes, and a full Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for market readiness.

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