Vol.20. Nos.3 (2021) pp.34-48
Title:

Lateral Performance of a Temporary Bamboo Structure: Design and Experimental Assessment

Authors:J. Alami . M. A. Afshar . A. A. Mazloum

Abstract:Due to the disadvantages of using modern materials (e.g., steel and concrete), including unconventional extractions, exorbitant construction and production costs, and irreparable environmental damages, most countries have recently shifted towards the use of renewable and biodegradable natural resources to meet their needs. One of these resources is the bamboo plant. The aim of this study was to investigate the mechanical properties of a special bamboo species with the local name Kara (in Iran) and the typological name of Bambusa pervariabilis, and also performed modeling, analysis, and design of a temporary green structure of this plant against most of the loads prescribed by international codes. The Chevron brace was used as a lateral bearing element and hose-clamp connections were also employed. The results of compression, tensile, shear, shear with hose-clamp, and bending test parallel to the fibers were calculated to be 66.5, 103.42, 2.63, 2.73, and 137.96 MPa, respectively. The results of the analysis and design of the constructed model also indicated that the calculated demand under all load combinations in the elements of columns, beams, and braces for bending and axial stresses was more than 97%, and for shear stresses was more than 57% lower than the allowable capacity of the regulations.

Keywords:analyzing, bamboo plant, green structure, mechanical properties, modeling

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