Basic Solutions for 3D-printing (Additive Construction) of Ultra-High Performance Concrete

Basic Solutions for 3D-printing (Additive Construction) of Ultra-High Performance Concrete

Basic Solutions for 3D-printing (Additive Construction) of Ultra-High Performance Concrete

Sponsor/Funding amount: Army Corps of Engineering/ERDC-CREL through FIU, $150,000 (on-going)

Research Team: One faculty member, One graduate student, 3 undergraduate students

Summary:  This project focuses on developing mixes for ultra-high performance concrete suitable for 3D-printing using locally available materials. 3D-printing techniques include layer-by-layer printing and pneumatic spray application

Readily Implementable Products (Impact): This project will impact the current construction industry by introducing reliable UHPC mixes suitable for different 3D-printing.