Progress on 3D Printing Construction Technology and Its Cement-Based Materials

Abstract

Abstract: 3D printing technology has the characteristics of digitalization, automation, rapid and efficiency, no mold, and material saving. It is a manufacturing technology with low energy consumption and low emission, and it is also the key technology for the upgrading of the manufacturing industry. 3D printing technology has great potential in the construction industry, which can greatly shorten the construction cycle and improve the structural designability of buildings. It is a promising construction technology in some extreme environments as well. Therefore, 3D printing construction technology is not only favored by research workers but also strongly supported by governments. This review summarized the recent development of 3D printing construction technology based on cement-based materials. First, the history and application of 3D printing construction technology based on cement-based materials were introduced. Then the progress of 3D printing cement-based materials was introduced from three aspects of printability, mechanical properties,and durability. Finally, thoughts and suggestions about 3D printing construction technology were proposed. In addition, its developing tendency was pointed out.

Key words: 3D printing, digitalization, cement-based material, printability, mechanical property, durability

CLC Number:

TU528

ZHANG Yi, ZHU Yanmei, REN Qiang, JIANG Zhengwu. Progress on 3D Printing Construction Technology and Its Cement-Based Materials[J]. BULLETIN OF THE CHINESE CERAMIC SOCIETY, 2021, 40(6): 1796-1807.

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