Comparative analysis of the tensile strength of bamboo and reinforcement steel bars as a structural member in construction

Abstract

The research study aimed at testing and comparing the tensile strength of bamboo and reinforcement steel bars as a structural member in construction. The tensile strength test was carried on reinforcement steel bars (high yield and mild yield steel bars) and bamboo of the same dimensions. Results were presented in tables and graphs and shows that the tensile strength of high yield steel bar is higher that of mild yield steel bar and bamboo respectively. The study concludes that due to the minimal breaking force (FB) of bamboo, it cannot be employed as the main structural member in construction instead can be used for partitioning walls, ceiling, roof and other parts of construction which do not carry a heavy load.