Thomas Gries
Papers
18
Total Citations
206
H-Index
7
About
Thomas Gries is a prolific engineering researcher whose work bridges advanced textile technologies, sustainable construction, and smart manufacturing systems. Best known for his pioneering contributions to textile-reinforced concrete (TRC), Gries has helped establish non-metallic, fiber-based reinforcement as a credible and superior alternative to traditional steel in construction — a body of work reflected in his highly cited 2022 review on textile reinforcement structures (69 citations) and subsequent studies on TRC's mechanical properties and free-form applications. His research demonstrates that carbon and glass fiber textiles offer exceptional corrosion resistance, enabling lighter, more durable, and more sustainable architectural structures. Beyond construction materials, Gries has made significant strides in the digitization of manufacturing, contributing to the "Internet of Production" framework — exploring human digital shadows, actionable AI, and human-robot collaboration in textile production environments. His 2021 work on human-centered digital modeling (30 citations) reflects a rare interdisciplinary sensibility, placing human actors at the heart of smart factory design. With additional expertise in composite pressure vessel manufacturing and robotic garment production, Gries represents a rare researcher whose impact spans materials science, structural engineering, and Industry 4.0 — making him an essential reference for students working at these intersections.
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- 4Application of robotics in garment manufacturing20 citations · 2017
- 5Current and Future Trends in Textiles for Concrete Construction Applications15 citations · 2023
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- 9Actionable Artificial Intelligence for the Future of Production5 citations · 2023
- 10Three-dimensional composite manufacturing processes4 citations · 2015