Development of a Modular System using Aerated-Calcined Clay Concrete Technology adapted for 3D- Printing Applications (MODACON-3D)
Project Manager:
Zeynep Başaran Bundur
Section:
Civil Engineering
Research Areas:
Construction Technologies
Project Start Year:
2022
Phone:
0 (216) 564 9453
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About the Project:
The development of modern building technologies worldwide is aimed at increasing efficiency in production and designing durable concrete products using sustainable raw materials. Recently, additive manufacturing has been an innovative technology for improving the efficiency and safety of construction. However, significant studies in additive manufacturing are limited to using conventional concrete despite the enormous CO2-emissions generated from cement production. In the effort to mitigate the high energy consumption of cement, the use of aerated concrete technology using calcined clays as a sustainable cement replacement is a potential approach for sustainable concrete construction. Considering the versatility and high flowability properties of aerated concrete, it is an ideal material for 3D applications. This project combines innovation and development with the use of calcined clays in aerated concrete technology and adaptation of the composite product to additive manufacturing.
Project Finding:
By the end of this project, we will develop an aerated-calcined clay dry mix product as well as a design concept. The design concept for the aerated-calcined clay mortar (or concrete) applied in modular construction technology will be introduced into the European markets as well as developing markets worldwide where the 2:1 clay mineral source exist.The SME-SME participation between LII and TICEM will facilitate the possibility for large-scale industrial testing of aerated concrete and increase their establishment in Europe. Each partner will contribute scientifically to the project work in their field of capacity. The close cooperation with OzU and ISTON will promote further technological advancements in additive manufacturing of aerated concrete and in the long-term will lead to an incorporation of the parameters researched in the technology offered by LII and TICEM.