Decision Model for Additive Versus Conventional Construction in Remote Locations

Abstract

Additive construction is a potential game changing innovative alternative to conventional methods with regards to structural integrity, timeliness, and waste reduction, especially in remote locations. While there have been numerous studies into the material science, additive construction will not be a viable alternative until a cost analysis is performed. This paper details the cost elements for both methods. Breaking down the key variables of material, logistics and transportation, and labor costs garner a better understanding of the cost difference between the two construction methods.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2021
Accession Number
AD1138295

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People

  • Matthew R. Nicholson

Organizations

  • Air Force Institute of Technology

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Additive Construction
  • Additive Manufacturing
  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Civil Engineering
  • Climate Change
  • Construction
  • Construction Materials
  • Cost Analysis
  • Engineering
  • Environment
  • Fabrication
  • Fuel Efficiency
  • Ground Vehicles
  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Printing
  • Printing Equipment
  • Supply Chain
  • United States

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