Comparative analysis of bamboo reinforced and steel reinforced structures
- 86(12), Dec
- Mumbai Indian Institute of Architects 2021
- 75-82p.
The present power generation consumes the resources rapidly to meet the demand. This is primarily because we are not able to harness non- renewable resources. Thus, there is a need to reduce the dependency on non-renewable resources. Bamboo is gaining popularity as the alternative to steel reinforcement. Use of bamboo instead of steel reinforcements affects a few important parameters such as cost which is considerably important to study to correctly use bamboo and benefit from its advantages. Comparatively, studying both steel reinforcement and bamboo reinforcement with the listed parameters, will help in finding the advantages and disadvantages of individual materials when used in construction. The paper compares the bamboo reinforced structures with typical RCC structures with respect to member sizes, compressive strength and cost which will make it readily available and eco- friendly bamboo in reinforcement.