Development of Environmentally Friendly Materials for 3D Concrete Printing

The construction industry is moving towards automation using 3D concrete printing (3DCP) technology. The 3DCP technology has many advantages including a positive impact on our environment. Current 3D printing material uses a large amount of Portland cement (PC) and natural resources (sand and crushed stones). These printing materials are environmentally harmful because the production of PC is responsible for about 8% of total CO2 emissions. Use of natural resources also creates CO2 emissions and depletion of our natural resources. Hence, the goal of this research is to develop environmentally friendly printing materials which will be achieved by using waste materials such as recycled glass products and recycled vehicle tyres. Hence, this research will help in reducing Canada’s CO2 emissions, alleviating landfill problems, and protecting natural resources. Additionally, the outcomes of this research will position Canada as the leader in green construction using 3D concrete printing and environmentally friendly printing materials.

Faculty Supervisor:

Sreekanta Das

Student:

Partner:

MEDA Engineering & Technical Services

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Windsor

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