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**UNM Researchers Innovate 3D Printing with Bendable Concrete**

Albuquerque, New Mexico – Researchers at the University of New Mexico (UNM) are making strides in advancing 3D printing technology by developing bendable concrete. The team is exploring innovative methods to integrate flexibility and durability into concrete structures, creating new opportunities for construction and engineering industries.

Unlike traditional concrete, which is rigid and prone to cracking under pressure, bendable concrete is designed to withstand greater stress by distributing force more evenly. This breakthrough has the potential to increase the durability of concrete and expand its applications in infrastructure projects.

The research focuses on using the advanced capabilities of 3D printing to shape and implement these materials efficiently. Details about the process, potential applications, and the impact on sustainable building practices are being studied by the team at UNM.

This development highlights the growing importance of materials science in modern construction and demonstrates UNM researchers’ dedication to innovating solutions for the future of building technologies. Further updates on this project are anticipated as the research progresses.

Source: UNM Newsroom

Source Type: College

Source Location: Albuquerque

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