Project 2.04: Thermoplastic Composites by 3D Printing and Automated Manufacturing to Extend the Life

Thermoplastic Composites by 3D Printing and Automated Manufacturing to Extend the Life of Transportation Facilities

Project 2.4

Project Summary

This project aims to extend the life of transportation facilities by using 3D printed molds to manufacture thermoplastic composite molds that can be used as formworks for precast concrete. This project addresses the need to develop durable and cost-effective forms and tooling for precast concrete parts used in transportation.

Principal Investigator

Dr. Roberto Lopez-Anido

Institution:

University of Maine

Project Status

Active

Project Cost

$149,912

Start Date

01/01/2019

Project Type

Base-funded

End Date

12/31/2022

Agency ID

69A3551847101

Sponsors:

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology, University Transportation Centers Program, Department of Transportation
University of Maine, Maine Department of Transportation

Implementation of Research Outcomes:

This project is in its initial research phase. Implementation of Research
outcomes will be reported upon completion of initial research.

Impacts and Benefits of Implementation:

This project is in its initial research phase. Impacts and benefits of the
research will be reported after the implementation phase.

Printable Project Information Sheet

March 2019 Semi-Annual Progress Report

September 2019 Semi-Annual Progress Report

December 2019 Quarterly Progress Report

February 2020 Quarterly Progress Report

April 2020 Quarterly Progress Report

July 2020 Quarterly Progress Report

September 2020 Quarterly Progress Report

December 2020 Quarterly Progress Report

March 2021 Quarterly Progress Report

June 2021 Quarterly Progress Report

September 2021 Quarterly Progress Report

December 2021 Quarterly Progress Report

March 2022 Quarterly Progress Report

June 2022 Quarterly Progress Report

September 2022 Quarterly Progress Report