MIT Engineers Develop Recyclable 3D-Printed Glass Bricks for Sustainable Construction

The innovative glass bricks can be dismantled and reused, offering a durable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional building materials.

The glass bricks, made from recycled glass, are designed to interlock like LEGO bricks, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly.
Mechanical tests show that the glass bricks can withstand pressures similar to concrete blocks, demonstrating their structural strength.
The bricks can be melted down and reprinted into new shapes, supporting the concept of circular construction and reducing embodied carbon.
Researchers constructed a curved wall as a proof of concept and plan to build larger, self-supporting structures in the future.
The project, supported by MIT spinoff Evenline, aims to push the boundaries of architectural design and sustainability.