ASSESSING THE BEARING CAPACITY AND DESIGN FOR STRAWBALE MASONRY

  • A. A. Adedeji University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Abstract

The results of the physical and mechanical strength test for cement plastered strabale masonry have shown the masonry viability as a structural, durable and aesthetical material. Design results also show that a wall of strawbale plastered with cemen: having average compressive strength 2.10N/non2, is adequate as load bearing element for low-storey residential building. Design approach and details should be followed as recommended in this work. The problems encountered during the construction of the prototype wall were effortlessly overcome.

Author Biography

A. A. Adedeji, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Department of Civil Engineering

Published
2005-02-02
How to Cite
Adedeji, A. (2005). ASSESSING THE BEARING CAPACITY AND DESIGN FOR STRAWBALE MASONRY. LAUTECH Journal of Engineering and Technology, 3(2), 22-33. Retrieved from https://laujet.com/index.php/laujet/article/view/196
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