3D Concrete Printing Technology

<p>The book presents a detailed comparison between traditional construction techniques and 3D printing construction. The comparison focuses on four primary parameters: mechanism composition time and cost. The operational details of each technology (cast-in situ pre-stress post-tension) are reviewed and comparison criteria for all techniques are formulated. In conclusion 3D printing seems to be well on its way to transform the whole construction industry.</p><p>Keywords: 3D Concrete Printing Cast-in-Situ Technology Pre-Cast Technology Pre-Stressed Technology Post-Tension Technology 3D-Printable Materials Extrudability Buildability Workability Open Time Contact Strength between Layers Aggregates Water-Cement Ratio Rheological and Mechanical Properties of 3D Printable Materials Reinforcement Strategies Printability Window Cost Analysis Green Concrete Self-Healing Concrete.</p>