The project topic I chose was 3D printing with various
materials, specifically for analyzing the feasibility and capabilities of such
tools in a building construction or renovation setting.
Why I chose this topic:
I chose this project because 3D printing is such an exciting
subject, and I want to know more about the current limits of 3D printing and
new developments on the horizon. We saw a video in class about a large 3D
printer capable of creating concrete portions of buildings, which could either
be made on site or transported to one if made at a specialized facility. I
would like to see if a 3D printer could print with additional materials such as
iron, steel, copper, and insulating rubber to create a more diverse structure,
piping and wiring.
Relation to IB:
With intelligent buildings, comes an intelligent way of
building them. Computing power is so large nowadays (and growing) that we can accurately
predict the performance of a building based on the architecture, structure, hvac
and lighting on any given BIM. By 3D printing multiple materials in one
session, you could potentially save on labor costs of installing unfinished
parts to a printed material.
Challenges:
I want to know if 3D printing multiple materials at once
will save money or simply cost more, and if it does not, at what point would it
become viable.
Nameita and Esther's Post:
Great project idea! I looked up this house, and noticed the openness of the floor to ceiling windows throughout the exterior. Are you going to address how the house deals with heating in the winter months due to such a situation? In my neighborhood back home in California there are houses which use a similar floor to ceiling window in living areas, named Eichlers.
Ted and Mike's Post:
Very interesting and an important topic for the future of 3D printing. With file sharing as prominent now as it ever was, 3D printing blueprints could be a commonly shared item. How do you think the makers of these blueprints will try to protect their ideas from being pirated?
Project Outline
3D printing with
multiple materials
3D printing
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Background
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Current uses
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Various applications
3D in construction
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How it is used
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Materials currently used
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Hopeful future uses or changes
3D printing with multiple materials
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Contemporary examples used outside construction
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Current use in construction (if any)
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Cost/benefit analysis
Conclusion
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What I learned from this project
o The future of multi-material 3D printing
o The future of multi-material 3D printing
Comments on other Blog Posts
Nameita and Esther's Post:
Great project idea! I looked up this house, and noticed the openness of the floor to ceiling windows throughout the exterior. Are you going to address how the house deals with heating in the winter months due to such a situation? In my neighborhood back home in California there are houses which use a similar floor to ceiling window in living areas, named Eichlers.
Ted and Mike's Post:
Very interesting and an important topic for the future of 3D printing. With file sharing as prominent now as it ever was, 3D printing blueprints could be a commonly shared item. How do you think the makers of these blueprints will try to protect their ideas from being pirated?
Really cool topic Ian! I too am very fascinated by 3D printing and the future impact it will have on the construction industry. I know that there is a professor at USC that is doing a lot of work with concrete and 3D printing, you should check him out. I do think someday we will be able to print multiple materials at the same time but I don't know if the technology is currently out there or not. Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteGreat topic, Ian. 3D printing is the first technology in our generation that I feel our generation is really impressed with, if that makes any sense. It's truly revolutionary in its potential and can truly impact the world in so many ways. Your project will help not only educate us about the basics of 3D printing, but also delve in deeper into a new and quickly expanding technological field.
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