A blueprint for building the future: Eco-friendly 3D concrete printing
Technology tamfitronics A research team led by engineers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science is the first to explore how an emerging plant-based material, cellulose nanofibrils, could amplify the benefits of 3D-printed concrete technology."The improvements we saw on both printability and mechanical measures suggest that incorporating cellulose nanofibrils in commercial printable materials could lead to more resilient and eco-friendly construction practices sooner rather than later," said Osman E. Ozbulut, a professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.His team's findings will be published in the September 2024 issue of Cement and Concrete Composites.Buildings made of 3D-printed concrete are an exciting trend in housing, and they offer a slew of benefits: Quick, precise construction, possibly from recycled materials, reduced labor costs and less waste, all while enabling intricate designs that...
