University of Maine researchers unveil a 3D printed home they claim is first 100% bio-based

University of Maine's BioHome3D House 3D Printed with MasterPrint® (video)

University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) has recently demonstrated a house that they claim is 100% bio-based and 100% recyclable. There are parts to this claim that seem a little questionable to this writer. For one thing, every modern house is bound to contain communications such as wires and pipes which typically are not made of bio-materials and are not fully recyclable. Same for the glass in window panes and lighting fixtures. But if all the construction elements - including the foundation - are indeed bio-based and recyclable that is still quite impressive. And if the core source material is saw dust that is certainly a major contribution to better ecological management.

This is potentially a breakthrough, pending a successful implementation in the field.

References

University of Maine's BioHome3D House 3D Printed with MasterPrint® (video)
Ingersoll Machine Tools, 23 November 2022

First 100% bio-based 3D-printed home unveiled at the University of Maine
The University of Maine, 21 November 2022

UMaine unveils the world’s first bio-based 3D-printed house
Madeleine Aitken, Boston.com, 5 December 2022

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