Structural use of bamboo. Part 1: Introduction to bamboo

Author: Sebastian Kaminski, Andrew Lawrence and David Trujillo

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1 August 2016

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Structural use of bamboo. Part 1: Introduction to bamboo

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Sebastian Kaminski, Andrew Lawrence and David Trujillo
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Sebastian Kaminski, Andrew Lawrence and David Trujillo

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The Structural Engineer, Volume 94, Issue 8, 2016, Page(s) 40-43

Date published

1 August 2016

Author

Sebastian Kaminski, Andrew Lawrence and David Trujillo

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 94, Issue 8, 2016, Page(s) 40-43

Price

Standard: £9.95 + VAT
Members/Subscribers: Free

This article provides an introduction to bamboo and the physical characteristics that are relevant to structural design.

Synopsis
Bamboo is a strong, fast growing and very sustainable material, having been used structurally for thousands of years in many parts of the world. In modern times, it has the potential to be an aesthetically pleasing and low-cost alternative to more conventional materials, such as timber, as demonstrated by some visually impressive recent structures.

This five-part technical series will bring together current knowledge and best practice on the structural use of bamboo, covering:

• an introduction to bamboo (part 1)
• durability and preservation (part 2)
• design values (part 3)
• element design equations (part 4)
• connections (part 5)

The series is aimed at both developed- and developing-world contexts.

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40-43
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The Institution of Structural Engineers

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