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The primary objective of the research is to make a low-cost 3D concrete printer with a particular focus on the material qualities of the printed items and achieving precise material deposition. The present work also demonstrates the design and fabrication approaches of a 3D (three-dimensional) printer for concrete building purposes. The 3D printed concrete is an extraordinary kind of cement, which can be stored through a 3D printer layer by layer with no formwork backing and vibration process. Choosing suitable materials and setting printing boundaries allows it to streamline vital presentation records, such as functionality, setting and solidifying time, and mechanical qualities. Until now, 3D printed significant technology has successfully printed many structures, some of which have even achieved their intended purposes. The work’s flexibility also allows for integrating additional features based on user requirements and specific situations. This adaptability ensures the system can evolve and address emerging needs or technological advancements. This article examines the development of 3D-printed concrete in terms of usefulness, mechanical qualities, and construction plan in order to display it fully with a reasonable cost. Also, the existing uses and potential advancements of 3D-printed concrete are evaluated.
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Aman Singh, Digi, R., Mishra, R., Mohanty, R.L., Pandey, A. (2024). The Design and Development of a Low Cost 3D Concrete Printer. In: Sahoo, S., Yedla, N. (eds) Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering. ICRAMERD 2023. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-1080-5_58
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