Bio Boards: A Study in Myco -

Composites

By Monica Leslie

Purpose of the Study

BIO-Boards

Construction Basics

Measured on Mohs Scale

CONCLUSION

Mushroom sample:

• Heavier Weight

• Compression variables in Hardness Testing

• Difficulty acquiring consistent density, thickness, etc.

• Not suitable for Home Scale• Needs Controlled, Sterile

Environment• Further Lab Testing• Does have Potential for Future

Casting Applications

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Questions?