Experimental Study on the Dowel-Bearing Strength of Bambusa blumeana Bamboo Used for Sustainable Housing Construction

This study addresses the critical issue of dowel-bearing strength in Bambusa blumeana, a key sustainable construction material crucial for climate change mitigation. Given the lack of bamboo connection standards, this research focuses on determining the dowel-bearing strength of Bambusa blumeana, em...

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Published inSustainability Vol. 16; no. 13; p. 5530
Main Authors Bangoy, Cres Dan O, Falcon, Jedelle Y, Lorenzo, Hannah Amyrose F, Zeng, Steven Royce A, Garciano, Lessandro Estelito O, Cacanando, Carlo Joseph D
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Basel MDPI AG 01.07.2024
Subjects
Carbon
Climate change
Composite materials
Construction
Dwellings
Emissions
Emissions (Pollution)
Global warming
Green buildings
House construction
Housing
ISO standards
Mechanical properties
Moisture content
Tensile strength
Philippines
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Summary:This study addresses the critical issue of dowel-bearing strength in Bambusa blumeana, a key sustainable construction material crucial for climate change mitigation. Given the lack of bamboo connection standards, this research focuses on determining the dowel-bearing strength of Bambusa blumeana, emphasizing factors such as dowel diameter, node placements, and the physical properties of bamboo. A predictive equation is derived, enhancing the practicality of bamboo in structural design. The results underscore a notable correlation between dowel diameter and characteristic strength, with implications for engineering practices. Node placements significantly affect dowel-bearing capacity, while bamboo’s physical attributes, including thickness, culm diameter, and moisture content, exhibit modest correlations with strength. The derived equation aims to assist in structural design, mitigating splitting and bearing failures in bamboo structures. This research establishes a foundation for optimizing the use of Bambusa blumeana in sustainable construction, advancing the understanding of its dowel-bearing strength for improved sustainability and resilience in the construction industry. Future research suggestions include exploring bamboo–mortar composites, additional node placements, and employing more comprehensive empirical equations and curve-fitting techniques. The study advocates for further investigations with more diverse and larger bamboo samples to bolster robustness. Additionally, delving into bamboo ductility may offer valuable insights.
ISSN:2071-1050
2071-1050
DOI:10.3390/su16135530