Bamboo Rhythm Louchuan: The Making and Cultural Exploration of Ancient Warship Models

  • LI Yuting ,
  • XIE Kexin ,
  • JIANG Yuxin ,
  • et al
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  • Ship and Maritime College,Guangdong Ocean University,Zhanjiang 524088,Guangdong,China

Online published: 2026-05-28

Abstract

Bamboo has gradually become a popular emerging material in fields such as materials science and architecture, and it also has unique potential in ship model making. However, based on existing research literature, it can be found that materials for ship model making are mostly concentrated on conventional materials such as wood and 3D printing materials, and research on bamboo application is mainly focused on architecture. There is a lack of systematic discussion on ship models, especially traditional Chinese naval vessels, such as Louchuan (ship with an upper deck). This paper will focus on bamboo craftsmanship for making Louchuan models using bamboo as the core material. It aims to fill the gap in the application of bamboo in traditional ship model making, while also popularizing the application of Louchuan in Chinese history and their cultural significance, thereby promoting traditional cultural skills, enhancing cultural confidence, and strengthening patriotic education.

Cite this article

LI Yuting , XIE Kexin , JIANG Yuxin , et al . Bamboo Rhythm Louchuan: The Making and Cultural Exploration of Ancient Warship Models[J]. Ocean Engineering Equipment and Technology, 2026 , 13(2) : 1 -7 . DOI: 10.12087/oeet.2095-7297.2026.02.01

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