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    The document discusses the challenges and opportunities of 3D printing in the construction industry in the UAE. It notes that while 3D printing could decrease costs and increase efficiency, there are challenges to overcome like the availability of affordable materials and skilled labor. There are also social disadvantages as the technology could reduce the need for some labor jobs. The document recommends further research to develop the most sustainable and efficient 3D printing systems for construction and maximize its potential benefits for the industry in the UAE.

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    THE CHALLENGES

    FACING 3D
    PRINTING IN UAE

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    Contents
    Introduction.................................................................................................................................................3
    Additive Manufacturing Challenges.............................................................................................................3
    Solutions......................................................................................................................................................3
    Conclusion and Recommendations.............................................................................................................3
    Bibliography................................................................................................................................................4
    Introduction
    Construction industry is always searching for strategies to decrease costs and increase efficiency
    and sustainability. Additive Manufacturing (AM) or most commonly known as 3D Printing has played
    significant function in the advancement in construction industry[CITATION Mas19 \l 13321 ].

    In UAE, Construction industry specialists have the interest in 3D Printing applications.


    Government also have announced its objective that by the year 2030, no less than twenty five percent
    (25%) of the new structures in Dubai should use the 3D printing innovation[ CITATION Far18 \l 13321 ] .

    Additive Manufacturing Challenges


    Uncertainties and challenges are always present in the execution of the new technological
    innovation. According to Weinstein and Nawara who stated their doubts in 3D Printing in large scale
    construction, the challenge is the availability of low-cost materials and affordable labors. Skilled workers
    are needed in implementing this new innovation [ CITATION Wei15 \l 13321 ] .

    Additive Manufacturing Material Risks


    In 3D printing, one of the most important components is the materials. There are certain
    specifications in choosing materials that could provide low-risk option.

    Social Disadvantages
    There’s always a disadvantage in implementing new technology in construction industry and one
    of these is that it minimize the need for labor works. It can create problems to those who rely on their
    jobs, even if it has its benefits as it reduced labor costs.

    Solutions
    In order to have the full potential in Additive Manufacturing in construction industry, continuous
    effort in designing the most sustainable 3D printing system is thriving.

    Conclusion and Recommendations


    Even though the use of Additive Manufacturing in construction industry is still in its early stage,
    further research is needed to obtain the most efficient system.
    Bibliography
    Faried, M. E. (2018). The Influence of the Critical Diffusion Factors of 3D Printing Technology on the
    success of UAE Construction Projects. The British University in Dubai (BUiD, 2-5.

    Maskuriy, R., & Selamat, A. (2019). Industry 4.0 for the construction industry: review of management
    perspective. Economies.

    Weinstein, D., & Nawara, P. (2015). Determining the Applicability of 3D Concrete Construction (Contour
    Crafting) of Low Income Houses in Select Countries . Cornell Real Estate Rev., 13.

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