LOAM WALLS WITH ALGORITHMICALLY GENERATED NATURAL 3D REINFORCEMENT
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The idea
Modern building materials contribute to high levels of greenhouse gas emissions and mostly rely on non-renewable resources, thus generating significant waste and harming the environment. The challenge is to find eco-friendly materials that perform well in construction.
The EIC-funded AlgoLoam project tackles this issue by creating Loam Walls with algorithmically generated 3D Natural Fibre Reinforcement. These walls use entirely natural, biodegradable materials and are designed to be both self-supporting and lightweight.
An interdisciplinary team of experts is developing these walls through digital modeling, experimental testing, and sustainable fabrication processes.
The team is investigating multiple application possibilities, in architecture and interior design with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions embodied in new buildings.
LOAM
WALLS
Loam walls are eco-friendly, 100% Recyclable, breathable wall structures made from different types of natural soils. The clay content helps regulate indoor temperatures by gradually absorbing and releasing heat, while the walls' breathability controls moisture, preventing mold and enhancing indoor air quality.
NATURAL
REINFORCEMENT
Our plan is to use fibers derived from plants or other natural resources to strengthen and enhance the loam walls. The fibers are fully biodegradable, non-toxic, and have low environmental impact. They improve the structural integrity of loam walls and maintain their eco-friendly properties. Using these renewable materials, we create strong, sustainable, and optimized walls for healthy indoor environments.