Evaluating the Feasibility of Building Refugee Shelters with 3D Printing Technology in the Middle East, Through BIM Design & Simulation Platform

The research is investigated the response of emergency sheltering providers by integrating high innovative technology (3D printing) for constructing refugee's shelters in the Middle East through design performance model that is built up on standards, and codes developed to meet both middle east refugee design requirement as well as emergency shelter provider design requirements. The technology found to be efficient in term of construction time, and construction cost. The printed shelters found to be more stable than standard refugee tents. The printed shelter provided high level of thermal insulation, reduced construction waste, and achieved high level of energy conservations.