Skip to content

Mechanical Performance and Anisotropic Analysis of Rubberised 3D Printed Concrete Incorporating PP-Fiber (2024-07)

10.1007/s11356-024-34437-w

Lyu Xin,  Elchalakani Mohamed,  Wang Xiangyu,  Sun Junbo,  Huang Bo, Saafi Mohamed,  Zhu Binrong, Wei Ziqing, Wang Yufei
Journal Article - Environmental Science and Pollution Research International

Abstract

The research investigates the effects of substituting sand with rubber particles derived from waste tyres-up to 40% by volume-and the inclusion of polypropylene (PP) fibres. Unlike steel fibres, which can cause operational challenges and surface irregularities in the printing process, PP fibres' flexibility integrates well within the concrete matrix. This integration ensures smooth extrusion and a high-quality surface finish, enhancing the printability of the concrete. The study's findings reveal that including rubber particles and PP fibres impacts the concrete's properties, showing a general decline in compressive and flexural strengths as the rubber content increases. Nevertheless, the PP fibre-enhanced mixtures maintain sufficient structural strength, demonstrating an anisotropic compressive strength above 30 MPa and a flexural strength of 4 MPa. These results underscore the feasibility of using rubberised 3D-printed concrete with PP fibres in sustainable construction practices, aligning with standards (ACI 318:2018) and contributing to eco-friendly and innovative construction methodologies.

17 References

  1. Chen Mingxu, Li Laibo, Wang Jiaao, Huang Yongbo et al. (2019-10)
    Rheological Parameters and Building Time of 3D Printing Sulphoaluminate-Cement-Paste Modified by Retarder and Diatomite
  2. Hambach Manuel, Volkmer Dirk (2017-02)
    Properties of 3D Printed Fiber-Reinforced Portland-Cement-Paste
  3. Han Yilong, Yang Zhihan, Ding Tao, Xiao Jianzhuang (2020-08)
    Environmental and Economic Assessment on 3D Printed Buildings with Recycled Concrete
  4. Laghi Vittoria, Shakor Pshtiwan, Panda Biranchi, Gasparini Giada (2024-04)
    Editorial:
    Additive Manufacturing in Construction
  5. Liu Junli, Setunge Sujeeva, Tran Jonathan (2022-07)
    3D Concrete Printing with Cement-Coated Recycled Crumb Rubber:
    Compressive and Microstructural Properties
  6. Nerella Venkatesh, Hempel Simone, Mechtcherine Viktor (2019-02)
    Effects of Layer-Interface Properties on Mechanical Performance of Concrete Elements Produced by Extrusion-Based 3D Printing
  7. Panda Biranchi, Paul Suvash, Tan Ming (2017-07)
    Anisotropic Mechanical Performance of 3D Printed Fiber-Reinforced Sustainable Construction-Material
  8. Rehman Atta, Kim Jung-Hoon (2021-07)
    3D Concrete Printing:
    A Systematic Review of Rheology, Mix Designs, Mechanical, Microstructural, and Durability Characteristics
  9. Sambucci Matteo, Biblioteca Ilario, Valente Marco (2023-01)
    Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of 3D Concrete Printing and Casting Processes for Cementitious Materials Incorporating Ground Waste Tire Rubber
  10. Singh Amardeep, Chen Zhiyuan, Duan Zhenhua, Li Lei (2022-07)
    Utilization Potential of Steel-Fibers in 3D Printed Functionally Graded Cementitious Composite:
    An Experimental Approach
  11. Singh Narinder, Colangelo Francesco, Farina Ilenia (2023-06)
    Sustainable Non-Conventional Concrete 3D Printing:
    A Review
  12. Singh Amardeep, Wang Yufei, Zhou Yiyi, Sun Junbo et al. (2023-10)
    Utilization of Antimony-Tailings in Fiber-Reinforced 3D Printed Concrete:
    A Sustainable Approach for Construction Materials
  13. Wang Xianggang, Jia Lutao, Jia Zijian, Zhang Chao et al. (2022-06)
    Optimization of 3D Printing Concrete with Coarse Aggregate via Proper Mix-Design and Printing-Process
  14. Weng Yiwei, Li Mingyang, Ruan Shaoqin, Wong Teck et al. (2020-03)
    Comparative Economic, Environmental and Productivity-Assessment of a Concrete Bathroom Unit Fabricated Through 3D Printing and a Pre-Cast Approach
  15. Yao Xiaofei, Lyu Xin, Sun Junbo, Wang Bolin et al. (2023-03)
    AI-Based Performance Prediction for 3D Printed Concrete Considering Anisotropy and Steam-Curing Condition
  16. Ye Junhong, Cui Can, Yu Jiangtao, Yu Kequan et al. (2021-02)
    Effect of Polyethylene-Fiber Content on Workability and Mechanical-Anisotropic Properties of 3D Printed Ultra-High-Ductile Concrete
  17. Zhu Binrong, Wang Yufei, Sun Junbo, Wei Yang et al. (2023-10)
    An Experimental Study on the Influence of Waste-Rubber-Particles on the Compressive, Flexural and Impact Properties of 3D Printable Sustainable Cementitious Composites

5 Citations

  1. Wang Xiangyu, Li Baidian, Wu Fei, Gu Kan et al. (2025-12)
    Enhancing Interlayer Properties and Sustainability of 3D-Printed UHPC with Antimony Tailings
  2. Liu Xianda, Sun Junbo, Chen Hui, Liu Chang et al. (2025-11)
    3D Printed Concrete with Red Mud Incorporation:
    Influence of Red Mud Manufacturing Procedures on Mechanical Properties at Elevated Temperatures
  3. Nair Sajitha, Nagarajan Praveen, Thampi Santosh, Das Sudha et al. (2025-10)
    Life Cycle-Based Sustainability Assessment of Optimized 3D Printable Concrete Mixes Incorporating Scms and Recycled Aggregates
  4. Su Yanli, Wu Chang, Shang Jiaqi, Zhang Pu (2025-06)
    Mechanical Properties of 3D-Printed High-Ductility Cementitious Composite with Sulphoaluminate Cement and Modified Crumb Rubber
  5. Zhang Bo, Corte Wouter, Ooms Ticho, Wan-Wendner Roman (2025-05)
    Mechanical Properties of Particle-Bed 3D Printed Concrete Infill Patterns

BibTeX 
@article{lyu_elch_wang_sun.2024.MPaAAoR3PCIPF,
  author            = "Xin Lyu and Mohamed Elchalakani and Xiangyu Wang and Junbo Sun and Bo Huang and Mohamed Saafi and Binrong Zhu and Ziqing Wei and Yufei Wang",
  title             = "Mechanical Performance and Anisotropic Analysis of Rubberised 3D Printed Concrete Incorporating PP-Fiber",
  doi               = "10.1007/s11356-024-34437-w",
  year              = "2024",
  journal           = "Environmental Science and Pollution Research International",
}
Formatted Citation

X. Lyu, “Mechanical Performance and Anisotropic Analysis of Rubberised 3D Printed Concrete Incorporating PP-Fiber”, Environmental Science and Pollution Research International, 2024, doi: 10.1007/s11356-024-34437-w.

Lyu, Xin, Mohamed Elchalakani, Xiangyu Wang, Junbo Sun, Bo Huang, Mohamed Saafi, Binrong Zhu, Ziqing Wei, and Yufei Wang. “Mechanical Performance and Anisotropic Analysis of Rubberised 3D Printed Concrete Incorporating PP-Fiber”. Environmental Science and Pollution Research International, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-024-34437-w.