Stephanie U. Eaton and Alexander L. Turner | Spilman Thomas & Battle The Site Report has extensively discussed the developments of 3-D printing building construction and its impact on the construction industry. 3-D printing structures is becoming more commonplace. Last month, Iowa State University began designing 3-D printed housing for rural Iowa. ICON Technology, Inc., an… Continue reading 3-D Printing, Construction and the Next Frontier
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One Man’s Trash Is Another Man’s…House?!
Christine Varghese | Ingram Yuzek Gainen Carroll & Bertolotti Would you live in a house made of recycled plastic water bottles? A Los-Angeles based tech start up is trying to make that a reality by using three-dimensional (“3D”) printing technology. Azure Printed Homes wants to change the construction industry using 3D printing technology and harnessing the power… Continue reading One Man’s Trash Is Another Man’s…House?!
Risks & Rewards of 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
Emily M. Martin | Construction Blog Utilizing 3D printing in both commercial and residential projects has been gaining popularity within the construction industry. While the benefits may appear endless, there are still risks to be considered before this technology may go mainstream around the United States. Rewards Major potential for environmentally friendly construction projects and… Continue reading Risks & Rewards of 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
Affordable Housing, Military Contracts and Mars: 3D Printing Construction Potential Builds
Adam J. Weaver and Lindsey Mitchell | Gravel2Gavel The 3D printing construction market is likely on the cusp of a boom. This unique construction method boasts many advantages in comparison to traditional forms of construction. Projects can be completed more quickly and at a fraction of the cost, given fewer laborers are required and the… Continue reading Affordable Housing, Military Contracts and Mars: 3D Printing Construction Potential Builds
Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry
Jason A. Copley and Michael I. Schwartz | Cohen Seglias We are in the midst of what has been termed the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” where manufacturing and other industries take advantage of modern advances in smart technology, automation, and cloud computing. 3D printing (also called “additive manufacturing”) is one such innovation starting to disrupt traditional… Continue reading Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry