University of Maine: The first 100% bio-based material 3D printed house unveiled
On November 21, the Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) at the University of Maine unveiled BioHome3D, the first 3D-printed home built entirely from bio-based materials. BioHome3D was developed with funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Hub and Spoke program, a collaboration between UMaine and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with partners including MaineHousing and the Maine Institute of Technology.
The 600-square-foot prototype building features 3D-printed floors, walls, and roof made of wood fiber and bio-resin. The house is fully recyclable and highly insulated with 100% wood insulation and customizable R-values. Construction waste is virtually eliminated due to the precision of the printing process.
