Multifunctional Concrete - Additive Manufacturing by the Use of Lightweight Concrete

Research is presented that shows how lightweight concrete structures can be fabricated using different additive manufacturing technologies. Lightweight concretes unite the capabilities of load bearing and thermal insulation in one material. This enables the construction of monolithic building skins without the need for further insulation, resulting in building elements of low complexity, high robustness and good recyclability. Combining additive manufacturing with these materials can be utilised for an optimisation of building physics and structure by altering element thickness or by building internal structures of varying density. In addition, by forming internal channels, slots and niches, further functionality can be integrated into the building elements.      «

Research is presented that shows how lightweight concrete structures can be fabricated using different additive manufacturing technologies. Lightweight concretes unite the capabilities of load bearing and thermal insulation in one material. This enables the construction of monolithic building skins without the need for further insulation, resulting in building elements of low complexity, high robustness and good recyclability. Combining additive manufacturing with these materials c...     »