Chloride Diffusion by Build Orientation of Cementitious Material-Based Binder Jetting 3D Printing Mortar

Binder jetting 3D printing (BJ3DP) is used to create geometrical and topology-optimized building structures via architectural geometric design owing to its high degree of freedom in geometry implementation. However, building structures require high mechanical and durability performance. Because of the recent trend of using 3D printing concrete as a structural component in reinforcing bars, its durability with respect to chloride penetration needs to be reviewed. Therefore, in this study, the compressive strength and durability of the chloride diffusion of cement-based 3D-printed output were evaluated. In addition, to confirm the performance difference based on the build orientation, the compressive strength and chloride diffusion were evaluated with respect to the build direction and transverse direction. The experimental results show that the compressive strength was approximately 22.1-26.5% lower in the transverse direction than in the build direction and that the chloride diffusion coefficient was approximately 186.1-407.1% higher in the transverse direction. Consequently, when a structure that requires long-term durability is produced using BJ3DP, it is necessary to examine the design and manufacturing methods in relation to the build orientation in advance.

Automated summary

3D printing concrete for building structures requires consideration of compressive strength and durability against chloride penetration, with attention to the impact of build orientation on performance.