New insights into hornification could strengthen the future of paper production
Why it matters: Understanding hornification could lead to stronger, more durable paper products for the global paper industry.
- Hornification is a complex process affecting paper properties, influenced by multiple environmental factors.
- Temperature, humidity, and fiber type are decisive factors in how paper changes permanently after drying and rewetting.
- New research indicates that the process of hornification is more intricate than prior assumptions suggested.
New research reveals that hornification, the permanent change in paper properties after drying and rewetting, is a more intricate process than previously understood. The study highlights the critical influence of temperature, humidity, and fiber type on this phenomenon, offering deeper insights into its mechanisms.
