Optimisation of Buildable Structures for 3D Concrete Printing

该项目旨在建立一种系统的方法来无缝集成建筑和建筑行业的优化、特色化和3D混凝土打印(3DCP)制造。新的优化算法将首先通过考虑打印路径和早期混凝土特性来克服3DCP的制造限制，并直接创建高性能和创新的可建造结构设计。该项目的成果包括一个强大的设计工具，使建筑师和工程师能够通过采用现代3DCP技术，以最佳方式设计和建造下一代节省成本和美观的建筑和基础设施。

This project aims to establish a systematic approach to seamlessly integrate optimisation, characterisation, and 3D concrete printing (3DCP) manufacturing for the construction and building industry. New optimisation algorithms will first overcome the manufacturing limitations of 3DCP by considering the print path and early-age concrete properties, and directly create high-performance and innovative designs of buildable structures. The outcomes of this project include a powerful design tool that enables architects and engineers to optimally design and construct the next generation of cost-saving and aesthetically pleasing buildings and infrastructures through the adoption of modern 3DCP technology.