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210. Origami-inspired Concrete Construction

The Next Byte Podcast · 11 Feb 2025 · 19m

What this episode covers

Hosts discuss research by ETH Zurich PhD student Lote Shadabi Bishan on origami-inspired concrete construction that reduces CO2 emissions. They explore how a reusable, foldable mold made of wood and fabric creates strong, vaulted concrete floors with less material and steel reinforcement. The conversation covers the structural benefits, the low-cost prototyping process, and potential applications in affordable housing and 3D printed concrete optimization.

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