Rein4Concrete is an additive manufacturing research project that aims for the use of sustainable construction materials, integrated within a circular economy framework. The main objective is to utilize additive manufacturing systems and methods in conjunction with the quality offered by traditional block construction. The project is part of the INOV.AM agenda - Innovation in Additive Manufacturing.
Renato Bispo
renato.bispo@ipleiria.pt
01.07.22 — ongoing
Using a hybrid construction technology and specialized robotic systems, the aim is to create a production structure for large-scale cementitious mortar modules that offer a high degree of shape freedom and innovative design. Sustainability is a crucial part of the project. Inorganic industrial waste will be introduced into the raw material used for manufacturing the modules, promoting a circular economy approach. The goal is to leverage the advantages of Additive Manufacturing while implementing the qualities of traditional module manufacturing, using materials also developed within the project scope. The entire project will be part of a digital ecosystem where it will be possible to design, plan, monitor, and control the different phases of a construction and manufacturing project.
WeADD
Instituto Politécnico de Leiria
ARISE – Associated Laboratory – Advanced Production and Intelligent Systems Associated Laboratory
Grupo HRV
Mendes & Rodrigues
SIVAL - Sociedade Industrial da Várzea
Universidade do Minho
MendesINOV
Sorgila - Sociedade de Argilas S.A.
Pronum - Máquinas E Equipamentos, Lda
FARMI
AMCubed
This work is carried out within the scope of the ‘Business Innovation Agendas’ [Project No. 49, acronym ‘INOV.AM’], supported by the PRR – Recovery and Resilience Plan and the European NextGeneration EU Funds. | www.recuperarportugal.gov.pt
