Dünnglas‐Verbundelemente mit additiv gefertigtem Polymerkern: Formfindung, Fügeverfahren und Untersuchung der Biegesteifigkeit.

Thin glass composite elements with additively manufactured polymer core This paper describes the concept of a composite element consisting of outer thin glass facings and an inner additively manufactured polymer core structure. The focus of the research work is on the design of a sandwich element which, due to the materials and manufacturing processes used, allows completely new flexibility in the design process of a glass facade. Three possible structures for the stiffening core are being developed and examined for their suitability for use in the composite element. The production of the first prototypes shows both the architectural potential and the production‐related specialties. Furthermore, the mechanical behaviour of the structure is investigated based on the sandwich theory using a 4‐point bending test. Based on the results obtained, the mechanical potential of the composite element can be underlined. However, the challenges to be overcome for safe use in facades are also specified. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]