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Analysis of 3D Printing Techniques for Building Construction (2023-07)

A Review

10.1007/s41693-023-00108-4

Bici Andjol,  Yunitsyna Anna
Journal Article - Construction Robotics

Abstract

3D printing is a rapidly developing industry, which allows producing objects of different size using additive manufacturing technologies. Large-scale 3D printing has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry by making housing construction faster, more affordable, and sustainable. It allows for the creation of unique and customizable designs directly on-site with high precision. This study starts with an overview of the four 3D printing technologies that are used for building production. The main technical parameters, such as physical dimensions, printing speed, materials and technological limitations are identified and compared. The second step contains the analysis of the 3D printed buildings, including their design, size, construction time, and the need to use any additional structures. In conclusion, the different types of 3D printers and 3D printed houses are evaluated to find the most advanced and efficient technical solutions.

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BibTeX 
@article{bici_yuni.2023.Ao3PTfBC,
  author            = "Andjol Bici and Anna Yunitsyna",
  title             = "Analysis of 3D Printing Techniques for Building Construction: A Review",
  doi               = "10.1007/s41693-023-00108-4",
  year              = "2023",
  journal           = "Construction Robotics",
}
Formatted Citation

A. Bici and A. Yunitsyna, “Analysis of 3D Printing Techniques for Building Construction: A Review”, Construction Robotics, 2023, doi: 10.1007/s41693-023-00108-4.

Bici, Andjol, and Anna Yunitsyna. “Analysis of 3D Printing Techniques for Building Construction: A Review”. Construction Robotics, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41693-023-00108-4.