Stronger, more durable, eco-friendlier, 3D-printed, graphene-enhanced limestone/ calcined clay cement

https://environmentenergyleader.com/stories/sustainable-3d-printed-concrete-breakthrough-from-uva-engineers,55803 

"graphene boosts concrete strength 23%, limestone/ calcined clay cement reduces carbon emissions 31%...  partnership with VTRC allowed the UVA team to explore the material’s potential in transportation infrastructure, offering insight into real-world applications... the VTRC collaboration was essential in uncovering the fundamental properties of this new concrete"

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Impact printing is a cement-free alternative to 3D-printed structures
https://arstechnica.com/science/2024/10/impact-printing-is-a-cement-free-alternative-to-3d-printed-structures

Revolutionary compression-cast concrete: a greener, stronger future
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/106802

NTU Singapore scientists develop 3D concrete printing method that captures carbon dioxide
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1068413

Novel approach slashes CO2 emissions by approximately 40% compared to traditional cement
https://www.s-ge.com/en/article/news/20234-materials-lc3-new-material-epfl-cut-500-million-tons-emissions-2030?ct

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