3D-printed reefs
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147543
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archiREEF
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Published
2022/10/15
Updated
2022/11/22
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Various groups and research institutions are exploring the potential of 3D-printed artificial reefs as a less labor-intensive marine restoration method. Among them are The University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong-based organization archiREEF. They have developed 3D-printed reef tiles for coral restoration. Artificial reefs are typically made of sand or limestone. This 3D-printed version is made of terracotta, which has similarities to the calcium carbonate found in natural coral reefs. The tiles are based on a hexagonal modular system to allow easy expansion. According to the developers, the design can be tweaked for other marine ecosystems such as mangroves and oyster reefs.
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