Additive Manufacturing and the Construction Industry

Abstract Additive manufacturing (AM), including 3D printing, has the potential to transform construction industry. AM allows industry use complex and innovative geometries build an object, building block, wall, or frame from a computer model. As such, it opportunities for specific applications in deep renovation process. While can provide significant benefits process, is not without its own environmental footprint barriers. In this chapter, defined, main materials used within are outlined. This chapter also explores challenges of implementing before concluding with discussion future areas development construction.