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In addition to its high ductility, the required material must also be suitable for 3D printing while enabling the achievement of high geometric accuracy in the manufacture of the modules. To gain the required performance, cellulose ether and starch ether were used specifically to extend the open time, for a longer period of maintaining initial workability, as well as for enhancing shape stability and surface quality. An extensive experimental program was carried out to evaluate the outcomes of the material modifications, including flow table tests, water retention tests, and several specific tests to determine the adhesiveness of the fresh SHCC. 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