Design and Construction Method of a 3D Concrete Printing Self-Supporting Curvilinear Pavilion
Publication: Journal of Architectural Engineering
Volume 27, Issue 3
Abstract
In the architectural design field, a practical challenge when producing curvilinear geometry with concrete remains. Currently, the use of three-dimensional printing (3DP) technology with concrete during construction has become of interest for engineers and architects with the expectation to mitigate this type of challenge; however, the level of understanding of the construction process is unclear. This paper will present a case study for the design and construction process for a self-supporting curvilinear geometry architecture termed a multipurpose pavilion. The methods in the case study include computer-aided design, structural analysis, joint assembly, and site construction techniques. The results present the benefits and current limitations of the existing technology and could contribute as a method for 3DP design and construction.
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Acknowledgments
The authors thank Ratchadaphisseksomphot Endowment Fund Publication Support, Chulalongkorn University and Dr. Sayan Sirimontree, Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Thammasat University for his advice on the structural design of the pavilion.
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Journal of Architectural Engineering
Volume 27 • Issue 3 • September 2021
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Received: Jan 15, 2021
Accepted: Apr 28, 2021
Published online: Jun 3, 2021
Published in print: Sep 1, 2021
Discussion open until: Nov 3, 2021
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