Academic Project • Fall 2022 • Group Work with Jiazhi Han, Binghao Yao, Tianrong Wu
Instructor: Simon Schleicher
3D printing technology allows concrete to be layered into complex shapes, showcasing how digital tools can create detailed and unique designs, such as the Whale Chair.
The Whale Chair comprises three main parts: the backrest, seat plate, and support. The bridge structure is composed of 12 3D-printed concrete units. These units are made from a composite material of polyethylene fiber concrete with various additives. Through extensive proportioning tests and printing experiments, the material has been optimized for controlled rheology, ensuring it meets printing requirements. This new concrete blend possesses both compressive and flexural strength.
Additionally, the chair features an embedded real-time monitoring system that collects data on the force and deformation of the furniture. This system is crucial for tracking the performance of the new concrete material and analyzing the structural and mechanical properties of the printed components.
Form generation and segmentation
Effector Head & Fabrication Process Design | Step 1: Concrete Printing with the nozzle
Step 2: Remove the nozzle and scrape out the section with the trowel
