20.1 - 3D Printable Concrete
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary benefit of high viscosity in 3D printable concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when concrete is printed.
Define thixotropy in your own words.
💡 Hint: It relates to how concrete behaves during and after pumping.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What specific property allows 3D printable concrete to maintain shape after being extruded?
💡 Hint: Consider the flow characteristics of the concrete.
True or False: Thixotropic materials regain viscosity once at rest.
💡 Hint: Think about the behavior of substances when stirred or allowed to settle.
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Design a mix recipe that optimizes for thixotropy in 3D printable concrete. Detail the components and their roles.
💡 Hint: Think about how different materials affect the flow and stability.
Evaluate the potential environmental impact of using 3D printable concrete compared to traditional methods.
💡 Hint: Consider both the advantages and potential drawbacks.
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