Researchers at the University of Wollongong and the construction company LUYTEN 3D announced they have developed the world’s first underwater 3D concrete printing system that works without using chemical accelerators.

 

Researchers at the University of Wollongong and the construction company LUYTEN 3D announced they have developed the world’s first underwater 3D concrete printing system that works without using chemical accelerators.

The system uses a single concrete mix that is designed to harden underwater through material engineering alone, removing the need for complex multi-stage processes.

Project leader Aziz Ahmed said their trials proved the solution is not only theoretically sound but also practical and ready for real-world use.

Testing showed that the concrete mix resists washout in water and keeps its structural strength while being printed underwater.

This technology could be applied to ports, offshore wind farms, and defense infrastructure, including possible submarine-related projects.

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