Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restoration

In recent years, 3D printing technology has assumed an important role in advanced construction processes across various engineering fields. Among these, the application to the architectural restoration of historic structures is particularly fascinating. The ability to precisely reproduce the shape...

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Main Authors: Valentina Tomei, Ernesto Grande, Maura Imbimbo
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Language:English
Published: Gruppo Italiano Frattura 2024-09-01
Series:Fracture and Structural Integrity
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Online Access:https://www.fracturae.com/index.php/fis/article/view/5072
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description In recent years, 3D printing technology has assumed an important role in advanced construction processes across various engineering fields. Among these, the application to the architectural restoration of historic structures is particularly fascinating. The ability to precisely reproduce the shape and surface details of complex elements, combined with the availability of a wide range of printing materials, makes 3D printing technology competitive compared to traditional techniques. In this context, the internal volume structure of 3D printed elements represents an additional design parameter to consider for enhancing interventions in terms of reducing the required material, and thus, lowering costs and environmental impact. The paper presents the outcomes of experimental tests and numerical analyses conducted on plates, which represent portions of more complex elements produced by using Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology. These plates feature various internal configurations (such as reticular and rhomboidal patterns) derived from a mono-objective design optimization process. The experimental tests aim to analyze the influence of the configuration and the pattern on the behavior of printed samples. Additionally, the paper discusses insights derived from both theoretical models and Finite Element analyses, providing a clearer understanding of the experimental results.
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spelling doaj-art-2b2eba333cdc4349bc1e6980f781c39b2025-02-02T22:59:54ZengGruppo Italiano FratturaFracture and Structural Integrity1971-89932024-09-01187010.3221/IGF-ESIS.70.13Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restorationValentina Tomei0Ernesto Grande1https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3651-1975Maura Imbimbo2Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering. University of Cassino and Southern Lazio, Italy. Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering. University of Cassino and Southern Lazio, Italy. Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering. University of Cassino and Southern Lazio, Italy. In recent years, 3D printing technology has assumed an important role in advanced construction processes across various engineering fields. Among these, the application to the architectural restoration of historic structures is particularly fascinating. The ability to precisely reproduce the shape and surface details of complex elements, combined with the availability of a wide range of printing materials, makes 3D printing technology competitive compared to traditional techniques. In this context, the internal volume structure of 3D printed elements represents an additional design parameter to consider for enhancing interventions in terms of reducing the required material, and thus, lowering costs and environmental impact. The paper presents the outcomes of experimental tests and numerical analyses conducted on plates, which represent portions of more complex elements produced by using Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology. These plates feature various internal configurations (such as reticular and rhomboidal patterns) derived from a mono-objective design optimization process. The experimental tests aim to analyze the influence of the configuration and the pattern on the behavior of printed samples. Additionally, the paper discusses insights derived from both theoretical models and Finite Element analyses, providing a clearer understanding of the experimental results. https://www.fracturae.com/index.php/fis/article/view/50723D-printingTensile testsThree-point bending testDesign Optimization process
spellingShingle Valentina Tomei
Ernesto Grande
Maura Imbimbo
Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restoration
Fracture and Structural Integrity
3D-printing
Tensile tests
Three-point bending test
Design Optimization process
title Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restoration
title_full Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restoration
title_fullStr Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restoration
title_full_unstemmed Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restoration
title_short Optimization of the internal structure of 3D-printed components for architectural restoration
title_sort optimization of the internal structure of 3d printed components for architectural restoration
topic 3D-printing
Tensile tests
Three-point bending test
Design Optimization process
url https://www.fracturae.com/index.php/fis/article/view/5072
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