Influence of slenderness ratio and eccentricity on the load-bearing capacity of laminated bamboo lumber (LBL) columns derived from Bambusa spinosa Roxb

Manggapis, Franklyn, Lucena, Joe Robert Paul ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-3100-8036, Kumar, Sanjie Dutt, Carabbacan, Aaron Paul, Alimuin, Patrick Owen, Prietos, Dhan Paul and Aquino, Harvey Ian (2026) Influence of slenderness ratio and eccentricity on the load-bearing capacity of laminated bamboo lumber (LBL) columns derived from Bambusa spinosa Roxb. Advances in Bamboo Science, 16: 100252. ISSN 27731391

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Abstract

Sustainable structural options are needed as conventional materials face supply and carbon constraints. We examined laminated bamboo lumber (LBL) columns manufactured from Bambusa spinosa (kawayang tinik) and quantified how the slenderness ratio (Formula presented) and eccentricity-to-height ratio (Formula presented) affected the ultimate capacity under eccentric compression. The mechanical properties used in the analysis were parallel to grain. Prismatic LBL columns (50 ×50 and 25 ×25 mm; clear heights, 300, 450, 600 mm) were tested under quasi-static displacement control (0.5 mm min−1). Axial load, including prescribed eccentricities, was introduced through bonded steel end brackets that provided uniform bearing and pinned-like end conditions; offsets were verified prior to loading. There was a clear inverse relation between (Formula presented) and capacity, reflecting increased buckling susceptibility with slenderness, and a pronounced sensitivity to (Formula presented) consistent with combined compression–bending. Based on the dataset, a species-specific empirical equation is proposed that integrates λ and (Formula presented). Predictions clustered near the identity line with MAE = 1.35 kN, RMSE = 1.69 kN, and MAPE = 9.09% over the tested range (approximately (Formula presented); (Formula presented)), exhibiting a small conservative bias desirable for design. A benchmark against a published model indicated comparable accuracy while preserving local calibration to B. spinosa. In contrast to prior LBL studies that largely feature Phyllostachys pubescens and single-eccentricity tests, this work provides a dedicated B. spinosa dataset, examines multiple eccentricities together with slenderness, and delivers a calibrated, validated capacity model with a stated domain of applicability. The findings offer design-oriented, species-appropriate guidance for the structural use of engineered bamboo in Philippine practice and similar contexts.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Bambusa spinosa | Eccentric loading | Laminated bamboo lumber | Load-bearing capacity | Slenderness ratio
Subjects: Social Sciences and humanities > Business, Management and Accounting > Industrial relations
Physical, Life and Health Sciences > Materials Science
Vol/Issue no. published date: August 2026
Depositing User: Mr. Syed Anas Ali
Date Deposited: 01 Jul 2026 09:22
Last Modified: 01 Jul 2026 09:22
Official URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2026.100252
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/11886

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