The Framework of Combining Artificial Intelligence and Construction 3D Printing in Civil Engineering

Construction 3D printing is becoming a significant force driving the transformation of civil engineering industry, but facing many problems for its immaturity. At the same time, the development of artificial intelligence and other advanced technology, especially BIM and virtual reality technology, provides new methods for solving these problems. Based on the defects of construction 3D printing and the advantages of these technology, this paper proposes a framework that combines artificial intelligence with construction 3D printing in five aspects: materials for 3D printing, automation design for 3D printing, digital construction for 3D printing, robots for 3D printing and BIM platform system for 3D printing. BIM platform system associates with the other aspects to work together efficiently during the life cycle of construction.