Thermal and structural performance of cork-cement composite for Additive Manufacturing (AM)

Ohad Yaacov Meyuhas, Pavel Larianovsky, Jonathan Natanian, Aaron Sprecher

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Abstract

This study explores the potential of cork-cement composites for structural and thermal performance in architecture through additive manufacturing (AM) technology. By optimizing the composite for 3D printing, the research demonstrates the unique applicability of this composite for large-scale architectural projects, particularly for building envelope elements. Employing a robotic 3D printing process, masonry blocks were manufactured and evaluated for structural performance and thermal efficiency. The results of this study demonstrate the practicality of using cement-cork composite in AM architectural envelopes. In addition, the results show that 3D-printed cork-cement composite elements outperform traditional masonry blocks. Ultimately, this study paves the way for future 3D printing of architectural elements with functionally graded structural and thermal performance.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 42nd Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe, eCAADe 2024
EditorsOdysseas Kontovourkis, Marios C. Phocas, Gabriel Wurzer
PublisherEducation and research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe
Pages265-272
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)9789491207372
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024
Event42nd Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe, eCAADe 2024 - Nicosia, Cyprus
Duration: 9 Sep 202413 Sep 2024

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe
Volume1

Conference

Conference42nd Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe, eCAADe 2024
Country/TerritoryCyprus
CityNicosia
Period9/09/2413/09/24

Keywords

  • Additive Manufacturing
  • Architectural Robotics
  • Cementitious Material
  • Cork
  • Structural Performance
  • Thermal Performance

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Architecture
  • Education
  • Computer Graphics and Computer-Aided Design

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