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Natural material innovations in sustainable building systems

The quest for building materials that are both sustainable and cost-effective is a pressing issue in our society. Conventional construction practices are notorious for their heavy reliance on inorganic materials, leading to excessive waste production. Hence, there is an urgent need to embrace the concept of sustainable construction. This approach advocates for a new paradigm wherein raw materials and processes ...

Hybridizing construction: the transformative influence of Ceramic Am

In recent years, there has been a notable increase in research exploring the application of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies to produce architectural components, opening a realm of new possibilities. This heightened interest has spurred the emergence of novel fields of research, the introduction of new materials, and the exploration of innovative applications for existing ones. The utilization of digita...

Robot versus Intelligence

[Excerto]Hoje sabemos que a inteligência não é uma propriedade exclusiva dos humanos, nem necessita de um corpo biológico. De facto, a IA é ela própria um robot sem corpo que executa um trabalho cognitivo. No contexto da reflexão sobre a inteligência artificial e o seu impacto é inevitável pensar de que forma essa inteligência pode vir a ganhar corpo e agência 1 . A imagem imediatamente convocada é a antropomor...

Winding fibre thread for 3D concrete robotic printing

3D Concrete Printing (3DCP) is a promising method to increase efficiency and automation in construction yet its adoption hinges on effective reinforcement integration to prevent shrinkage cracking and enhance tensile strength. This study explores a novel inprocess reinforcement strategy for 3DCP that integrates continuous fibres via a winding technique, decoupling fibre placement from mortar extrusion. The appr...

Reverse design: From photogrammetric As-Is survey to HBIM

Cultural heritage encompasses both the physical and intangible legacies of a society, preserved from the past, safeguarded in the present, and passed on to future generations. It embodies a community's identity, culture, and history, bridging various disciplines such as art, architecture, tourism, sociology, anthropology, geography, and landscape studies. Ensuring broad access to and enjoyment of cultural herit...

The romanesque-style rural churchs of Portugal: An initial stride towards the c...

3DCP composite systems: Additive manufacturing of a concrete and cellulose inte...

This study explores the sequential use of Additive Manufacturing with two distinct materials– concrete and cellulose– for the fabrication of a modular hybrid wall system made up of a set of uniquely shaped, self-supporting interlocking blocks. At a functional level, the proposed system is composed of two layers: (1) a 3D-printed structural concrete panel which forms the exterior finish and ensures the fit betwe...

3DCP for complex sites: robotic fabrication of custom-fit slabs in irregular po...

This paper presents a case study on the use of 3DCP to qualify rocky pontoons with spaces for recreational use—namely sitting areas, circulation trails and fishing activities—and biodiversity protection—providing habitat and refuge for native marine species—with a focus on the challenges and opportunities associated with 3DCP prefabrication for such a complex topographical context. We first discuss the benefits...

Generative design of modular/ industrial architectural system

The construction industry faces persistent productivity challenges, related to fragmented information flow throughout various project phases and difficulty of communication among stakeholders. To address these issues, the industry has reacted by incorporating solutions such as prefabrication and embracing technologies like Building Information Modelling (BIM). These aim to enhance productivity by facilitating m...

AM perspectives: research in additive manufacturing for architecture and constr...

The book covers the materials and processes used in additive manufacturing for construction, the challenges and opportunities of scaling up 3D printing for large-scale projects, and case studies of innovative 3D-printed structures. We explore the potential implications of additive manufacturing for sustainability, affordability, and accessibility in the construction industry.