Abstract
This paper explores the use of bamboo in Additive Manufacturing (AM), specifically towards the development of a building component. The presented study uses bamboo in the form of dust and fibers, which can be sourced from waste streams. This innovative approach not only offers a solution to the challenges of bamboo’s anatomy but also has the potential to use bamboo in a more circular way. With this approach, rather than being discarded at the end of its life cycle, bamboo products can be recycled and transformed into valuable powder and fibers, granting them a second life. By leveraging the benefits of additive manufacturing technology, such as reduced material waste and the ability to fabricate complex geometries, the design aimed to create a mechanically informed infill tailored to the loading condition of the building component. After use, the component can be re-introduced into a new mixture to be used in a new AM application, enabling circular use. The project involves a comprehensive workflow, including material research, design development exploration, manufacturing process exploration and prototyping.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | AM PERSPECTIVES |
Subtitle of host publication | Research in additive manufacturing for architecture and construction |
Editors | Philipp L. Rosendahl, Bruno Figueiredo, Michela Turrin, Ulrich Knaack, Paulo J.S. Cruz |
Publisher | SOAP | Stichting OpenAccess Platforms |
Pages | 149-156 |
Number of pages | 8 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 978-989-8963-91-8 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-90-833861-8-8 |
Publication status | Published - 2024 |