COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF BAMBOO-REINFORCED CONCRETE BEAMS WITH CONVENTIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION
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https://doi.org/10.11113/mjce.v38.26072Keywords:
Bamboo reinforcement, concrete beams, structural performance, sustainable construction, comparative analysisAbstract
By evaluating the structural behaviour of bamboo-reinforced concrete critically in comparison to the demands of significant international design standards, this study explores the potential of bamboo as a sustainable reinforcement material. Although bamboo's regenerative nature and favourable tensile qualities have drawn attention, its suitability as a steel replacement has not received enough attention. To close this gap, the article compares bamboo-reinforced concrete's compressive strength, flexural strength, density, and water absorption properties with benchmark limits found in BS 8110, IS 456, and Eurocode 2. The promising mechanical qualities of bamboo are highlighted in a study of the literature, although discrepancies resulting from species differences and bonding difficulties are also noted. In this study, standardized laboratory experiments were carried out to acquire pertinent mechanical and durability data after bamboo-treated reinforcement was implanted in traditional concrete mixtures. According to the results, flexural strength much surpasses standard thresholds because of bamboo's strong tensile performance, while compressive strength is low but still satisfies code standards. Water absorption figures show good durability, and density stays within the normal-weight concrete range. Overall, the results show that bamboo-reinforced concrete meets important structural requirements and provides significant environmental advantages, making it a practical and environmentally acceptable substitute for sustainable construction applications.
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