Additive Manufacturing and Advanced Technology with Materials of Polymer, Concrete and Clay in Construction Industry and Architecture

Abstract Additive manufacturing is increasingly being used in areas not traditionally associated with this type of technology, such as 3D printing of concrete or clay. This study focuses on the experiences with the 3D printing process for these materials. The goal was not to create final construction or artistic works, but rather to verify the capabilities of the equipment and solutions, prepare basic material recipes, and explore the practical challenges of working with printing mixtures and materials. As part of the experiments, architectural test samples were printed from both clay and geopolymer composites, which were used to verify the behaviour of the material during printing and after curing.