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Top 5 Videos: 100 3D-Printed Homes in Austin, Texas
This week, we’re exploring construction in the 3D printing industry. First, get a glimpse of ICON’s plans to build 100 3D-printed homes in their hometown of Texas. Next, take a look at some of the software that is helping the…
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This week, we’re exploring construction in the 3D printing industry. First, get a glimpse of ICON’s plans to build 100 3D-printed homes in their hometown of Texas. Next, take a look at some of the software that is helping the construction industry digitalize the sector. Also, check out a team of students racing their fully electric car that has 3D printed components. Finally, we invite you to discover how Vacuum Formers can help you in your next project. Happy Sunday —enjoy watching!
Top 1: ICON Building 100 3D-Printed Homes in Austin, TX
Together with Lennar, the United States tech construction giant, ICON aims to 3D-print 100 homes in Austin, Texas by next year. According to the American company specializing in 3D printing and the construction sector, additive manufacturing allows them to deliver solutions on several challenges. As we face global scarcity in materials and labor in the construction industry, technology is making it possible to construct buildings using the precise amount of materials required. Furthermore, 3D printing opens up the possibility of building affordable residences quickly.
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