Abstract
The technology of 3D concrete printing has seen a rapid growth in industrial applications and academic activities over the past decade. 3D Printing is being
advertised to address the urgent sustainability and productivity challenges in the field of construction, by reducing the total amount of concrete in buildings
or structures, and by producing them in an automated, high-speed and robust manner. Today, however, 3D concrete printing does not yet live up to its
full potential. In this contribution, the advancements in recent years are discussed, and the status quo of the technology is assessed from a productivity
and sustainability perspective. Finally, recommendations for the next steps in the development towards a higher efficiency and reduced environmental
impact are provided.
advertised to address the urgent sustainability and productivity challenges in the field of construction, by reducing the total amount of concrete in buildings
or structures, and by producing them in an automated, high-speed and robust manner. Today, however, 3D concrete printing does not yet live up to its
full potential. In this contribution, the advancements in recent years are discussed, and the status quo of the technology is assessed from a productivity
and sustainability perspective. Finally, recommendations for the next steps in the development towards a higher efficiency and reduced environmental
impact are provided.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 182-189 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | RILEM Technical Letters |
| Volume | 8 |
| Publication status | Published - 4 Jul 2023 |
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RILEM 2024 Gustavo Colonnetti Medal
Wolfs, R. J. M. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Other › Career, activity or publication related prizes (lifetime, best paper, poster etc.) › Scientific