FABAFORM is an innovative, eco-friendly material designed for moldable and 3D-printable applications. Made entirely from biodegradable and plant-based ingredients, FABAFORM represents a step toward sustainable design and production
Aquafaba, the cooking water of chickpeas, is often discarded as waste. It contains proteins and carbohydrates that create structure and binding properties, making it ideal for biomaterial production. By repurposing aquafaba, we transform a food byproduct into a valuable resource, reducing waste and promoting circularity in material use.
Agar-agar is derived from algae, making it a vegan alternative to gelatin. This plant-based gelling agent is not only cruelty-free but also completely biodegradable.
FABAFORM is colored using only natural pigments. Turmeric lends a rich yellow hue, while beetroot provides a deep, earthy red. These dyes are biodegradable and free from harmful chemicals.
Applications
FABAFORM is a truly versatile biomaterial that opens the door to creativity and innovation for people of all ages and professions. Its moldable, flexible, and eco-friendly nature makes it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, from playful crafting to advanced 3D printing and prototyping.
Try it out yourself with the DIY Kit at the fablab :)
The material properties of FABAFORM differ from the moldable material and the dried material.To show this we made this ¨•¨ as a sign for the differences in the moldable material, the¨x¨ stands for the dried material and the general properties.
