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3D Concrete Printing of Structures: Mix Design with Partial Replacement of Sand with Raw Sewage Sludge

Authors
Ajit Virdi1, Ishan Anand1, *, S. Ganesh2
1Model Institute of Engineering & Technology, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, 181122, India
2School of Civil Engineering, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, 144401, India
*Corresponding author. Email: ishananand4@gmail.com
Corresponding Author
Ishan Anand
Available Online 4 June 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-697-5_4How to use a DOI?
Keywords
3D printing; Additive manufacturing; Concrete mix
Abstract

This research work explores the application of a novel, cutting edge additive manufacturing technology known as 3D printing within the construction sector. Concrete 3D printing creates highly precise, geometrically detailed, and intricate structures. Parameters such as workability, extrudability, buildability, and rheological characteristics of the concrete mixture heavily influence its success and efficiency. In addition to these technical requirements, attention is also directed toward sustainability considerations, which are becoming increasingly critical in modern construction practices. In this study, particular prominence is placed on examining the incorporation of raw sewage sludge as a partial substitution for sand in the design mix, exploring its feasibility and potential benefits in sustainable construction practices. The research not only addresses material performance but also discusses the benefits of utilizing waste resources to reduce environmental burden and conserve natural aggregates. It combines innovative and sustainable materials with cutting-edge manufacturing, thereby contributing to more ecologically sustainable construction in a way that does not diminish structural quality or efficiency.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the Conference on Bridging Engineering Disciplines with AI and Machine Learning (BEDAIML 2026)
Series
Advances in Intelligent Systems Research
Publication Date
4 June 2026
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978-94-6239-697-5
ISSN
1951-6851
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6239-697-5_4How to use a DOI?
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© 2026 The Author(s)
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Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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