Bone Cities, Ash Towers, and 4 Other Futuristic Buildings

The video explores innovative alternatives to traditional concrete, highlighting their potential and challenges. It covers synthetic bone, mycelium bricks, 3D printed epoxy resin bricks, Ashcrete, and pollution-absorbing bricks. Each material offers unique benefits, such as sustainability and reusability, but also faces hurdles like production scalability and environmental impact. The video emphasizes the need for diverse solutions to make construction more eco-friendly.

What percentage of global carbon emissions is attributed to concrete production?

• 5%

• 15%

• 8%

• 12%

What is a major challenge in using synthetic bone as a building material?

• Lack of strength

• Limited availability of calcium

• Difficulty in replicating collagen

• High cost of production

What is the primary source of mycelium used in eco-friendly bricks?

• Desert plants

• Marine algae

• Agricultural waste

• Forest fungi

What is a limitation of mycelium bricks compared to concrete?

• Higher cost

• Longer production time

• Non-renewable

• Lower strength

What is a key advantage of 3D printed epoxy resin bricks over traditional concrete?

• Reusability

• Higher strength

• Lower cost

• Faster production

What is a potential use for 3D printed epoxy resin bricks?

• Skyscrapers

• Bridges

• Small houses

• Dams

What is Ashcrete primarily made from?

• Crushed glass

• Waste incineration ash

• Bamboo fibers

• Recycled plastic

What is a unique feature of pollution-absorbing bricks?

• They change color with temperature

• They are transparent

• They filter air pollutants

• They are biodegradable

What natural compound is used to reinforce clay bricks along with wool?

• Chitin

• Alginate

• Keratin

• Cellulose

What is a drawback of Ashcrete in certain climates?

• High cost

• Longer solidification time

• Limited availability

• Non-recyclable