As 3D printing technology advances across various fields, the construction sector is focusing on technological development primarily to reduce the labor and manpower needed for concrete construction.
Here, we will review the history of technological development, starting from the 3D printing material LACTM to the latest advancements in material jetting 3D printing.
Awards received
Japan Society of Civil Engineers Award 2023 (Innovative Technique Award)
Development of Construction 3D Printing Technology using Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Composites
Engineering Commendation Award of ENAA 2022, Small and Medium-Sized Project Category
Construction 3D Printing System Development Team
Japan Construction Machinery Construction Grand Prize 2022, Excellence Category, Grand Prize
Construction 3D Printing System Using Robot Arm
Japan Concrete Institute Award 2022 (Technology Award)
Development and practical application of 3D printing technology for construction
Japan Society of Civil Engineers Tanaka Award Selection Committee Kakehashi Award 2021
Application of 3D printing technology to permanent formwork with free-form curved surfaces
Japan Society of Civil Engineers Award 2019 (Yoshida Award, Encouraging Prize)
Research on automated concrete construction using 3D printing technology