| Abstract Scope |
Additive manufacturing is an incredibly versatile technology that enables the creation of virtually any shape using a wide range of materials, including food, cement, metals, polymers, soil, and even waste. Given that global pollution poses a significant threat to life on Earth due to increasing population, energy demand, and greenhouse gases, additive manufacturing (3D printing) presents a powerful solution. It can enhance material circularity, thereby reducing the negative environmental impact of both engineered and natural materials after their lifespan. This research explores several solutions for producing structural materials from solid waste, specifically organic and inorganic wastes. We produced and characterized polymer and cement matrix composites using various technologies, yielding very promising results. |