AIMS:
The "Additive Manufacturing for Sustainable Development" research line is dedicated to developing innovative AM solutions for humanitarian applications, with a strong emphasis on circularity. This impactful research leverages advanced AM technologies to address pressing societal challenges, offering sustainable solutions for essential needs such as energy and shelter. By improving quality of life and aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals—specifically Goals 1 (No Poverty), 3 (Good Health and Well-being), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)—this research contributes significantly to global sustainable development efforts.
PROJECTS:
- 3D Printing Polymer Waste
- Sustainable adoption of Additive Manufacturing in underserved communities
- AM of sustainable construction materials
- Circular solutions for metal AM powder
- Generative Design for humanitarian engineering
- Re-building cities: 3D Printing houses from disaster debris