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3D printing ‘greener’ buildings using local soil – Science Daily
Scientists report progress toward a sustainable building material made from local soil, using a 3D printer.
The construction industry is currently facing two major challenges: the demand for sustainable infrastructure and the need to repair deteriorating buildings, bridges and roads. While concrete is the material of choice for many construction projects, it has a large carbon footprint, resulting in high waste and energy expenditure. Today, researchers report progress toward a sustainable building material made from local soil, using a 3D printer to create a load-bearing structure.The researchers wil…
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