Architects Create a 3-D Printed Column That Survives Earthquakes

The aptly named Quake Column is a knurled pillar of 3-D printed concrete that combines an ancient Incan masonry technique with state-of-the-art manufacturing tools to create a structure that can withstand seismic shocks without mortar or rebar. Emerging Objects

The aptly named Quake Column is a knurled pillar of 3-D printed concrete that combines an ancient Incan masonry technique with state-of-the-art manufacturing tools to create a structure that can withstand seismic shocks without mortar or rebar.

Each block features molded handles and a code that tells the mason how the structure is to be assembled. Emerging Objects

Each block features molded handles and a code that tells the mason how the structure is to be assembled.

Other experiments include turning waste product like hardwood sawdust into a building material. Emerging Objects

Other experiments include turning waste product like hardwood sawdust into a building material.

The result is an object with a 21st century design, but a 17th century patina. Emerging Objects

The result is an object with a 21st century design, but a 17th century patina.

Emerging Objects experimented with a 3-D printer that produces objects made of sand and created this noise canceling wall. Emerging Objects

Emerging Objects experimented with a 3-D printer that produces objects made of sand and created this noise canceling wall.

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Architects Create a 3-D Printed Column That Survives Earthquakes