The 'Reef Rocket' has been designed by Mary Lempres and Ahmed Miftah as a rigid structure that's crafted with an eco-friendly form to help combat against oceanic issues.
The structure is constructed with two bio-cement modules that each have ridged surfaces and can be stacked to form a rocket-like statue when fully assembled underwater. The plant-derived cement allows the structure to more naturally be incorporated into the water where it will go to work helping to combat coastal flooding, foster biodiversity, filter seawater and more.
The 'Reef Rocket' was developed through the trial of hundreds of prototypes before being solidified and is constructed out of the bio-cement without the need for it to be set using heat of chemicals for greater accessibility.
Bio-Cement Oceanic Structures
The 'Reef Rocket' Combats Coastal Flooding and More
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Oceanic Structures - The 'Reef Rocket' represents a sustainable approach to combat coastal flooding and foster biodiversity in the ocean.
2. Eco-friendly Bio-cement - The use of plant-derived bio-cement presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for construction materials that are more environmentally friendly.
3. Modular Underwater Design - The modular design of the 'Reef Rocket' opens up possibilities for flexible and customizable underwater structures.
Industry Implications
1. Coastal Infrastructure - The 'Reef Rocket' offers innovative solutions for coastal infrastructure that can withstand floods and promote ecological balance.
2. Construction Materials - The development of bio-cement presents potential disruption to the construction materials industry with its eco-friendly properties.
3. Marine Conservation - The underwater structures built with the 'Reef Rocket' can contribute to marine conservation efforts by providing habitats for diverse marine life.