New Publication on Earth-Based Falsework in Additive Manufacturing

We are pleased to share that researchers from the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Ohad Yaacov Meyuhas, Pavel Larianovsky, Arnon Bentur, Shlomo Magdassi, and Aaron Sprecher, have published a new paper titled Methods for Earth-Based Falsework in Multi-Material Additive Manufacturing at an Architectural Scale. The paper has been published in the proceedings of the 30th International Conference of the Association for Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia (CAADRIA 2025).

The paper presents an innovative 3D printing method that combines cementitious structures with dissolvable, reusable earth-based falsework. By refining nozzle orientation, deposition strategies, and sequential printing, the approach reduces waste, improves precision, and enables complex, non-self-supporting architectural forms.

Future research will focus on scaling the method to taller structures, advancing robotic path planning, and improving real-time extrusion control — paving the way for more sustainable and adaptive digital construction.

This work represents a significant step forward in exploring digital fabrication with reusable and environmentally responsible materials. We congratulate the Technion and Hebrew University team on this achievement.