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3D printing a housing revolution with Jason Ballard of ICON

Feb 1, 2024
42:05
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Jason Ballard, Co-founder/CEO of ICON, discusses how 3D printing technology can revolutionize home construction. They explore challenges with concrete material, unveil a groundbreaking 3D printed home, and discuss the potential of 3D printing in addressing the affordability crisis and homelessness.
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  • Icon uses 3D printing technology to construct affordable, sustainable homes, revolutionizing the home-building industry.
  • Icon's innovative approach to construction extends beyond housing, envisioning a future where any building can be constructed using robotics and 3D printing.

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Using 3D printing technology to build affordable, sustainable homes

Icon, a 3D printing construction company, aims to revolutionize the home-building industry by using 3D printing technology to construct affordable, sustainable homes. By leveraging 3D printers, Icon is able to build structures quickly and cost-effectively. The company's first major project involved building 3D printed homes in Mexico, showcasing the potential for providing affordable housing solutions. Icon also received a contract from NASA to develop a construction system for 3D printing structures on the moon, highlighting the versatility and potential of this technology. Despite regulatory challenges and building code considerations, Icon continues to push the boundaries of construction innovation, with the goal of solving the global housing crisis through scalable, robotic construction methods.

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