A review of 3D printing of geopolymer composites for structural and functional applications

FA Shilar, SV Ganachari, VB Patil, BE Bhojaraja… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
The 3D printing allows for the automated and quick building of structures, drastically
reducing the time and labour necessary for traditional construction methods. An extensive …

[HTML][HTML] Review of recent developments regarding the durability performance of eco-friendly geopolymer concrete

TS Alahmari, TA Abdalla, MAM Rihan - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
The 21st century has witnessed a substantial increase in the demand for construction
materials, mainly influenced by the growing population. This increase in demand has …

Snapshot on 3D printing with alternative binders and materials: Earth, geopolymers, gypsum and low carbon concrete

A Perrot, Y Jacquet, JF Caron, R Mesnil… - Cement and Concrete …, 2024 - Elsevier
The rapid development of 3D concrete printing now offers mechanical efficiency and
freedom to push the limits of construction design. The digital manufacturing process holds …

[HTML][HTML] Enhancing energy efficiency in buildings through PCM integration: a study across different climatic regions

M Jaradat, H Al Majali, C Bendea, CC Bungau… - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
In the quest for sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions, the incorporation of
phase change materials (PCMs) into building envelopes emerges as a groundbreaking …

[HTML][HTML] “Energy storage technology: The growing role of phase change materials in the construction industry” a review

R Salman, S Aljabair - International Journal of Thermofluids, 2024 - Elsevier
Effective strategies are required to save electricity consumption, which is used to power
appliances providing thermal comfort for individuals. Because of climate change and severe …

On the use of 3D printing to enhance the thermal performance of building envelope–A Review

T de Rubeis, A Ciccozzi, L Giusti… - Journal of Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract 3D printing is constantly evolving, enabling new innovative manufacturing
applications. Extensive research in biomimetics underscores the significant impact of …

Microencapsulation approaches for the development of novel thermal energy storage systems and their applications

N Jose, MR Ravindra - Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 2025 - Elsevier
Abstract Microencapsulated Phase Change Materials (MEPCMs) represent a breakthrough
in the realm of thermal energy storage (TES), providing enhanced stability and expanding …

[HTML][HTML] Microencapsulated phase change material in 3D-printable mortars

S Rahemipoor, M Bayat, M Hasany, M Mehrali… - Energy Conversion and …, 2024 - Elsevier
The present study investigates the potential of replacing sand with microencapsulated
phase change materials (MEPCM) in 3D-printable mortar to provide a promising way to …

Effects of microencapsulated phase change material on physico-mechanical and thermoregulation performance of lightweight geopolymer concrete with zeolite and …

OH Ören, E Mandev, M Kaya, A Sarı… - Journal of Energy …, 2025 - Elsevier
This study examines impact of microencapsulated phase change material (MPCM) additives
on physical and mechanical characteristics of geopolymers produced using natural zeolite …

Formation mechanism of n-octadecane@ calcium fluoride microencapsulated phase change material

P Hu, Y Tan, YT Zhu, R Chen, SC Cui, Q Wang… - Journal of Energy …, 2024 - Elsevier
Microencapsulating phase change materials (PCMs) with CaF 2 as shell could obtain not
only novel microencapsulated PCMs (MPCMs) but also potential luminescence materials …