Alireza Borhani

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Alireza Borhani is a rising researcher at the intersection of digital fabrication, architectural robotics, and sustainable construction. His work reimagines how buildings are made, focusing on robotic 3D printing strategies that minimize material waste and enable complex geometries without traditional formwork. His most-cited paper, "PRINT in PRINT: A Nested Robotic Fabrication Strategy for 3D Printing Dissolvable Formwork of a Stackable Column" (2022), introduces a novel technique where a robotic arm prints a temporary, dissolvable mold that is later filled with structural material—then washed away. This nested approach allows for the creation of stackable, customizable columns with unprecedented geometric freedom, reducing the need for heavy, single-use molds. With 3 citations to date, this work is gaining traction among researchers exploring eco-friendly, automated construction methods. Borhani’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging computational design and physical fabrication, offering a scalable path toward zero-waste architecture. His research speaks directly to students and practitioners interested in how robots can transform the building industry—making it more efficient, expressive, and environmentally responsible.