Bangoy, C.D.O., Jr.; Falcon, J.Y.; Lorenzo, H.A.F.; Zeng, S.R.A.; Garciano, L.E.O.; Cacanando, C.J.D. Experimental Study on the Dowel-Bearing Strength of Bambusa blumeana Bamboo Used for Sustainable Housing Construction. Sustainability2024, 16, 5530.
Bangoy, C.D.O., Jr.; Falcon, J.Y.; Lorenzo, H.A.F.; Zeng, S.R.A.; Garciano, L.E.O.; Cacanando, C.J.D. Experimental Study on the Dowel-Bearing Strength of Bambusa blumeana Bamboo Used for Sustainable Housing Construction. Sustainability 2024, 16, 5530.
Bangoy, C.D.O., Jr.; Falcon, J.Y.; Lorenzo, H.A.F.; Zeng, S.R.A.; Garciano, L.E.O.; Cacanando, C.J.D. Experimental Study on the Dowel-Bearing Strength of Bambusa blumeana Bamboo Used for Sustainable Housing Construction. Sustainability2024, 16, 5530.
Bangoy, C.D.O., Jr.; Falcon, J.Y.; Lorenzo, H.A.F.; Zeng, S.R.A.; Garciano, L.E.O.; Cacanando, C.J.D. Experimental Study on the Dowel-Bearing Strength of Bambusa blumeana Bamboo Used for Sustainable Housing Construction. Sustainability 2024, 16, 5530.
Abstract
This study addresses the critical issue of dowel-bearing strength in Bambusa blumeana, a key sus-tainable construction material crucial for climate change mitigation. Given the lack of bamboo connection standards, the research focuses on determining the dowel-bearing strength of Bambusa blumeana, emphasizing factors such as dowel diameter, node placements, and the physical prop-erties of bamboo. A predictive equation is derived, enhancing the practicality of bamboo in struc-tural design. The results underscore a notable correlation between dowel diameter and character-istic 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 resili-ence 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.
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