Abstract 3D-printed construction is an additive, layer-by-layer construction method with the
potential to reduce material consumption, optimize design, decrease construction time …

In recent few years, significant improvement has been made in developing largescale 3D
printer to accommodate the need of industrial-scale 3D printing. Cementitious materials that …

In the last few years, scattered experiences of the application of additive manufacturing in
the construction of buildings using 3D printing with robots or automated equipment have …

KLS-1 Lunar regolith simulant was microwave sintered to explore its potential applicability in
future lunar construction. The effects of sintering temperature on linear shrinkage, density …

The next step for the exploration of space seems to require the human participation by
means of a long-lasting lunar outpost. Therefore, this paper attempts to review the up-to-date …

The design of a permanent human habitat on a planetary body other than the Earth is an
idea introduced many decades ago, which became even more significant after the landing of …

Space missions will require the capability to build structures on site using local resources.
Before 2040, NASA and the European Space Agency want to ensure the possibility of a …

Additive manufacturing (AM) has had an enormous impact on the manufacturing sector. Its
role has evolved from printing prototypes to manufacturing functional parts for a variety of …

The introduction of digital manufacturing techniques, such as 3D printing applied to concrete
material, opens up new perspectives on the way in which buildings are designed. Research …

Highlights•The article summarizes material studies and technology approaches to
developing 3D printing manufacturing for geopolymers.•The most important challenge for 3D …