TMA 02: Redesigning Lintel Beams Using Bamboo Composite Reinforcement

This report, prepared for TMA 02, presents a comprehensive engineering analysis of bamboo composite materials for the redesign of lintel beams. The project investigates the potential of bamboo as a sustainable alternative to steel, focusing on its mechanical properties, environmental impact, and cost-effectiveness. The report includes a detailed literature review, outlining the growth and manufacturing of bamboo composites, and a methodology section explaining the intended approach. Data analysis involves comparing bamboo composite with steel, analyzing stress and strain based on Young's modulus, and evaluating different cement compounds. Calculations, including shear force and bending moment diagrams, are performed to assess structural integrity. The discussion section interprets the results and relates them to the project objectives. The design phase covers component breakdown, modeling, sketches, iterations, and technical drawings, including manufacturing considerations. The report concludes with a summary of findings and references. The assignment utilizes resources from Open University course T357, Structural integrity: designing against failure.