TITLE:
Bamboo Trusses with Low Cost and High Ductility Joints
AUTHORS:
Mauro Sassu, Marco Andreini, Anna De Falco, Linda Giresini
KEYWORDS:
Bamboo Constructions; Trusses; Structural Optimization; Low-Cost Technology
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Civil Engineering,
Vol.2 No.4,
December
25,
2012
ABSTRACT: Innovative solutions of joints for bamboo trusses are presented. Experimental tests show the performances and the high level of ductility of the proposed technique, joined with simplicity in the concept of the joints, low level of technology and low cost of all used materials. It can permit a proper dissemination and a sustainable maintenance in developing countries.