Wireless sensor network technology for moisture monitoring of wood

TL;DR

This paper discusses the development of a wireless sensor network-based system for continuous, non-destructive moisture monitoring in wood to prevent damage and ensure proper maintenance of wooden structures.

Contribution

It introduces a novel wireless sensor network system specifically designed for real-time moisture monitoring in wood, enhancing building safety and maintenance.

Findings

Wireless sensor networks enable continuous moisture monitoring.

The system provides prompt detection of moisture levels.

Improves safety and maintenance of wooden structures.

Abstract

Leaks represent a very important hazard for the buildings and they can affect all sorts of building materials and specially wood due to its hygroscopic properties. Excessive moisture content can affect in a negative way building processes such as the installation of wooden floors or the use of wood as a structural material. Moisture meters can provide prompt and non-destructive determination of wood moisture, and as such are among the most useful tools available to wood products manufacturers and scientists. However, a continuous monitoring system is needed in order to avoid excessive moisture content which can damage wooden floors as well as structural wood. Data and procedures are presented in order to develop a suitable monitoring tool based on wireless sensor networks to provide an electronic tool of active security both for the installation of wooden floors and for the proper maintenance of existent buildings which have a timber structure.