Introduction Composite 3D printing is rapidly emerging as an advanced manufacturing method for producing lightweight, high-strength, and geometrically complex components. However, achieving consistent quality in composite additive manufacturing remains challenging due to variations in fibre distribution, temperature, bonding, porosity, and deposition conditions. Intelligent Composite 3D Printing addresses these challenges by integrating Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and In-Situ Monitoring directly into the printing process. This combination enables the manufacturing system to monitor component quality in real time, detect defects, and automatically adjust printing parameters. What is Intelligent Composite 3D Printing? Intelligent composite 3D printing is an advanced additive manufacturing approach in which composite materials are printed using a digitally controlled process supported by sensors and AI-based decision systems. Composite feedstocks may include: Carbon-...
Introduction Construction can never be completed without concrete. Whether a building, an educational institution or any other structure is involved, concrete will always be present because of its strength, durability and low cost. However, have you ever thought about the environmental impact that the production process involves? Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) forms the largest proportion of concrete. OPC manufacturing causes the release of a great amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the atmosphere. About 7–8% of the CO₂ in the world emanates from cement manufacturing. Given that one of the greatest challenges being faced today is climate change, research and engineering are exploring more sustainable ways of handling the challenge. Carbon-Negative Concrete, on the other hand, is one of the latest sustainable innovations of constructing structures. Unlike ordinary concrete, carbon-negative concrete reduces but absorbs carbon in its manufacturing process. Why Do We Need Carbon-Negat...