Review of 3D Printing Advancements in Geopolymer Concrete (2025-11)¶
Athira R., Sathyan Dhanya
Contribution - Proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Materials, Modeling, and Analysis for Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Volume 1, pp. 507-517
Abstract
This review examines the application of 3D printing in construction with a focus on geopolymer concrete, detailing its advancements and persistent challenges. While significant progress has been made in material development and structural performance, issues such as anisotropic mechanical behavior, the impact of raw materials on printability, and energy efficiency of printed elements remain unresolved. Materials like rice husk ash show promise in enhancing rheology, but their long-term durability requires further investigation. The study emphasizes the importance of leveraging advanced technologies and additives to address these limitations, paving the way for future innovations in sustainable construction practices.
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BibTeX
@inproceedings{athi_sath.2026.Ro3PAiGC,
author = "R. Athira and Dhanya Sathyan",
title = "Review of 3D Printing Advancements in Geopolymer Concrete: Current Challenges and Future Directions",
doi = "10.1007/978-981-95-0229-5_39",
year = "2026",
volume = "719",
pages = "507--517",
booktitle = "Proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Materials, Modeling, and Analysis for Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Volume 1",
}
Formatted Citation
R. Athira and D. Sathyan, “Review of 3D Printing Advancements in Geopolymer Concrete: Current Challenges and Future Directions”, in Proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Materials, Modeling, and Analysis for Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Volume 1, 2026, vol. 719, pp. 507–517. doi: 10.1007/978-981-95-0229-5_39.
Athira, R., and Dhanya Sathyan. “Review of 3D Printing Advancements in Geopolymer Concrete: Current Challenges and Future Directions”. In Proceedings of International Conference on Advances in Materials, Modeling, and Analysis for Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure Volume 1, 719:507–17, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-95-0229-5_39.