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MIT researchers have demoed 3D-printed floor trusses made from recycled plastic that exceed HUD load standards by nearly 15 times.
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MIT researchers have demoed 3D-printed floor trusses made from recycled plastic that exceed HUD load standards by nearly 15 times.

Originally reported by housingwire.com

MIT researchers have demoed 3D-printed floor trusses made from recycled plastic that exceed HUD load standards by nearly 15 times. Each 13-pound truss takes only 13 minutes to print and can withstand 4,480 pounds of pressure. This breakthrough demonstrates that large-scale additive manufacturing can transform dirty consumer waste into high-performance structural elements. By replacing traditional wood framing, we can address the global need for 1 billion new homes by 2050. 🏠♻️ #3DPrinting #Sustainability #Construction #MIT #CircularEconomy

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