Minho University - School of Architecture, Art and Design

About this organisation

ACTech Hub at the University of Minho conducts research at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and digital technologies, with a strong focus on additive manufacturing, robotic construction, and the integration of BIM with generative design. Its activity centres on the development and experimental validation of sustainable and automated building systems, including 3D-printed concrete with natural fibre reinforcement, robotically fabricated architectural components, and modular solutions based on circularity principles. The hub bridges academic research with practical application, fostering collaboration with industry to drive innovation in construction.

Technology & capabilities

LDM (Liquid Deposition Modeling), Concrete Extrusion, Non-planar AM, Hybrid AM (Additive/Subtractive)

Applications

Architecture, Construction, Robotics, Sustainable Design / Circular Economy, Art & Design, Education

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