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040			_aTUPM _bEnglish _cTUPM _dTUPM _erda
050			_aBTH TA 145 _bG35 2024
100			_aGallardo, Jonabhel C. _eauthor
245			_aInvestigating the efficacy of screwed coiled strap in t-connections for bambusa blumeana/ _cJonabhel C. Gallardo, Johanna Mae C. Guno, Joy B. Patricio, Darwin C. Ramos, and Alexandra T. Sta. Catalina.--
300			_axx, 222pages: _c29cm.
336			_2rdacontent
337			_2rdamedia
338			_2rdacarrier
500			_aBachelor's thesis
502			_aCollege of Engineering.-- _bBachelor of science in civil engineering: _cTechnological University of the Philippines, _d2024.
504			_aIncludes bibliographic references and index.
520			_aThis study explores the optimization of bamboo T-connections for structural applications, focusing on Bambusa blumeana, abundant in the Philippines. T-connections are critical in bamboo structures, yet their performance remains under-researched. The study evaluates screws and coiled straps as alternatives, challenging the assumption that screws behave like nails, which often induce tangential stress and splitting. Experimental methods (ISO standards) and finite element analysis (FEA) via Ansys were used to assess stress distribution, tensile strength, failure modes, and performance. Results showed that a 4 mm screw with a 1.4 mm coiled strap achieved the highest tensile strength (20.398 kN), while a 5 mm screw and 2 mm strap achieved 17.799 kN. Failure modes included screw failure, withdrawal, and bamboo splitting. All designs met load-bearing ductility requirements (μ > 1.25), making them viable for low-rise structures. FEA results aligned with experiments, validating the designs and revealing stress distribution patterns. The findings highlight screws and coiled straps as promising alternatives for enhancing bamboo T-connection integrity, advancing sustainable construction. Future research should address long-term performance under varied conditions to further promote bamboo’s eco-friendly potential.
650			_aBamboo t-connections
650			_asustainable construction
650			_aductility
700			_aGuno, Johanna Mae C. _eauthor
700			_aPatricio, Joy B. _eauthor
700			_aRamos, Darwin C. _eauthor
700			_aSta. Catalina, Alexandra T. _eauthor
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