Three-dimensional printing is the transformation of an object designed in virtual form into a solid model with additive manufacturing technique. 3D Printing is very advantageous compared to other traditional manufacturing processes as it can create new products very quickly and precisely.
Plastics and polymers are used in 3d printing. They can also be produced from recycled and organically derived materials, minimizing their environmental impact. These materials are versatile and can be formulated to meet aesthetic requirements.
The advantage of using 3D printing in the construction industry is that it saves on production cost due to material waste. Construction and architecture are two key areas where 3D printing can be beneficial, as they are often responsible for around 40% of greenhouse gas emissions. Let's take a look at some of the projects using 3D printing in the construction industry.
A Fully 3D Printed Interior Made from Recycled Plastic
To maximize plastic recycling processes and draw attention to the carbon footprint, Nagami and Ecoalf joined forces to develop the largest 3D printing project to date. The project was inspired by the visual impact of a glacier cracking and melting as a result of global warming, transformed into an immersive experience covering an area of approximately 90 m2. Printed from approximately 3.3 tons of 100% recycled plastic and with attention to every detail, the interior is an indication that cleaner, more sustainable projects are possible.
Ceramic House
With Ceramic House Studio, RAP reshaped architectural expression by blending tradition and innovation. Studio RAP designed the scale, size, type and color of the façade ornamentation to integrate with the neighboring buildings, while maintaining the historic character of the street and preserving the overall character of the area. The façade features large 3D printed ceramic tiles, each measuring approximately 40 x 20 cm, in pearl white with a slight touch of yellow. On the upper floors, the facade of the building displays 3D printed bricks polished in three different shades of red. The result is a luxury boutique that blends in with the historic surroundings and stands out among the surrounding buildings
Striatus - The First 3D Printed Bridge
It is the first of its kind to combine the traditional techniques of builders with engineering and robotic manufacturing technologies. Block Research Group worked with the computing and design group at Zaha Hadid Architecture to build a 12 x 16 meter arched pedestrian bridge without reinforcement in a park in Venice. The structure, called "Striatus", was built with blocks created with 3d printers that form an arch similar to traditional masonry bridges.
3D Printed Movie Studio Design Process
Casinos Austria and the Austrian Lottery Group have teamed up with Philipp Aduatz to design the first 3D printed movie studio. A new project was created by combining 3d printer technology and led light technology. 10 blocks were printed using a 3D concrete printing process from an innovative special mortar. All parts were screwed together in a horizontal plane. 14 led strips were installed between the blocks. The wall can be completely dismantled if desired and can be re-evaluated according to its use. Printing technology and lighting technology were perfectly integrated into the design.
Referance
https://www.philippaduatz.com/portfolio-item/3d-printed-film-studio-process/
https://parametric-architecture.com/3d-printing-in-architecture/
