Title
Review of Cementless Materials for 3D Printing of On- and Off-Earth Habitats
Author
Calabrese, G.C. (TU Delft Building Knowledge; Universita’ d’Annunzio)
Hidding, A.J. (TU Delft Building Knowledge)
Bier, H.H. (TU Delft Building Knowledge) 
Contributor
Cervone, Angelo (editor)
Bier, Henriette (editor)
Makaya, Advenit (editor)
Date
2024
Abstract
This chapter presents a review of cementless materials for 3D printing, with a specific emphasis on the utilization of volcanic ash in the context of a case study for off-Earth construction. As a highly promising alternative to traditional concrete, selected binders are investigated in relation to volcanic ash for the creation of an alternative concrete. These offer a multitude of compelling advantages, including exceptional sustainability, local availability, and minimal energy use. By opting for volcanic ash-based materials, a significant reduction in resource consumption and pollution can be achieved. The review concludes with a set of considerations aimed at addressing various critical aspects related to volcanic ash-based materials. These considerations encompass vital areas such as binder selection, printability, structural behavior, production optimization, in-situ resource utilization, and sustainability. The goal is to establish a solid foundation for the widespread application of cementless concrete by understanding materials, particularly in the context of utilizing volcanic ash, and thereby fostering a paradigm shift toward more environmentally friendly and resource-efficient construction practices.
Subject
in-situ resources
cementless concrete
volcanic ash
3D printing
habitats
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-50081-7_3
Publisher
Springer, Cham
Embargo date
2024-10-11
ISBN
978-3-031-50080-0
Source
Adaptive On- and Off-Earth Environments
Series
Springer Series in Adaptive Environments, 2522-5529
Bibliographical note
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Part of collection
Institutional Repository
Document type
book chapter
Rights
© 2024 G.C. Calabrese, A.J. Hidding, H.H. Bier