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Bio-Inspired 3D Printing of Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composites Reticulated Shell-Roofs (2024-10)

10.1016/j.matlet.2024.137498

 Du Guoqiang,  Qian Ye
Journal Article - Materials Letters, Vol. 377, No. 137498

Abstract

Inspired by the diving bell structure of the water spider, this study presents an innovative 3D printed strain-hardening cementitious composite (3DP-SHCC) reticulated shell roof. The compressive behavior of the 3DP-SHCC reticulated shell roof is evaluated using a combination of experimental tests and numerical simulation approaches. The 3DP-SHCC reticulated shell roof features excellent mechanical properties and an aesthetically pleasing appearance. The specific energy absorption and ductility index of this structure are 0.065 J/g and 0.078, respectively. The feasibility of this concept is validated by constructing a complete building structure within just 16 min. This printing process has the potential to create complex designs with minimal labor, making it suitable for rapid construction in extreme environments.

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BibTeX
@article{du_qian.2024.BI3PoSHCCRSR,
  author            = "Guoqiang Du and Ye Qian",
  title             = "Bio-Inspired 3D Printing of Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composites Reticulated Shell-Roofs",
  doi               = "10.1016/j.matlet.2024.137498",
  year              = "2024",
  journal           = "Materials Letters",
  volume            = "377",
  pages             = "137498",
}
Formatted Citation

G. Du and Y. Qian, “Bio-Inspired 3D Printing of Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composites Reticulated Shell-Roofs”, Materials Letters, vol. 377, p. 137498, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.matlet.2024.137498.

Du, Guoqiang, and Ye Qian. “Bio-Inspired 3D Printing of Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composites Reticulated Shell-Roofs”. Materials Letters 377 (2024): 137498. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2024.137498.