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Project

Tackling challenges to meet the conflicting requirements in 3D concrete printing
Code
01N02418
Duration
01 January 2018 → 31 December 2021
Funding
Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund
Research disciplines
  • Engineering and technology
    • Building engineering
    • Ceramic and glass materials
    • Materials science and engineering
    • Semiconductor materials
    • Other materials engineering
Keywords
Cementitious materials Printability Durability Mechanical properties
 
Project description
 

3D concrete printing has potential within the construction sector, however, some conflicting requirements need to be met. After performing a fundamental parametric study, it will be investigated whether providing (innovative) mix constituents just before printing or surface treatment of printed layers by using a multifunctional nozzle is efficient to obtain more durable printed concrete with improved mechanical properties.