This project aims to design a simple, low-cost gantry system to allow an optimal concrete mix, specifically mortar, to be 3D printed.Different concrete mixtures will be researched, tested and critically analysed to find an optimal design. The gantry system will be configured using a combination of up-cycled and new components on a limited budget. A completed aim is when both the gantry system and an optimal mortar mix are determined, regarding viscosity and extrudability. A sample will be printed which can be tested following Eurocode standard.
The team with test sample
From left to right: Alex Downer, Jainish Patel, Dubiga Kumarasamy, Benjamin Masillamany, Alice Szulc
WCP logo printed
Warwick Concrete Printing (WCP) logo printed using the developed system and concrete mix.
Our project is currently funded the University of Warwick's School of Engineering. If you would like to be involved/ or any other enquiries, please contact:
