ICC-ES AC162
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ICC-ES AC162 – Acceptance Criteria for Structural BambooScope
ICC-ES AC162 outlines the acceptance criteria for structural bamboo used in building construction. The scope of AC162 includes:- Material properties: it specifies the requirements for structural bamboo, including its physical and mechanical properties, such as density, moisture content, strength, and stiffness.
- Design: it outlines the design criteria for structural bamboo members, including allowable stresses, deflection limits, and connection details, ensuring their structural integrity and stability under various load conditions.
- Testing: it details the specific tests required to evaluate the structural performance of bamboo, including bending tests, compression tests, shear tests, and connection tests.
- Evaluation: it provides a framework for evaluating structural bamboo products to ensure they comply with the acceptance criteria, including a review of their material properties, design, and test results.