Gabriele Mattei

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Gabriele Mattei is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of digital fabrication, soft robotics, and architectural design. His primary research areas include 3D printing on inflatable structures, computational simulation, and robotic fabrication for pneumatic systems. Mattei’s major contribution is the development of PneuPrint, a novel technique that demonstrates the feasibility of thermoplastic 3D printing directly onto inflatable membranes, enabling the creation of lightweight, adaptive, and structurally efficient forms. His work integrates iterative design, computational modeling, and robotic control to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing on non-rigid substrates. Although his most-cited paper, “PneuPrint: 3D printing on inflatables” (2023), currently holds 4 citations, it represents a foundational step in a rapidly emerging field with significant potential for architecture, aerospace, and soft robotics. Mattei’s research is notable for its interdisciplinary approach, combining hands-on fabrication with advanced simulation and scanning techniques to validate complex pneumatic structures. His work is particularly relevant for students and researchers interested in the future of adaptive building systems, deployable structures, and hybrid manufacturing processes that merge digital design with material innovation.