Vittoria Laghi
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Bologna
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6
Total Citations
234
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About
Vittoria Laghi is a structural engineer and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of advanced manufacturing technologies and civil engineering, with particular focus on additive manufacturing, robotic fabrication, and innovative construction methods. Her research has significantly advanced the understanding and application of Wire-and-Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) for structural steel components, from foundational geometrical characterization of WAAM elements to experimental investigations of stainless steel rods and strengthening of I-beam profiles — work that has collectively garnered substantial recognition within the research community. Laghi's contributions extend beyond metallic additive manufacturing into large-scale 3D printing for construction, including gantry and robotic arm systems, a review that has attracted over 111 citations and has become an important reference for researchers navigating the rapidly evolving construction printing landscape. Her innovative work on adaptive coastline protection structures, combining additive manufacturing with robotically fabricated, structurally optimised reinforcement cages, demonstrates a commitment to real-world engineering challenges. More recently, she has explored tubular sandwich cross-sections for jumbo structural members, pushing boundaries in component design freedom. Across her career, Laghi has consistently bridged digital fabrication research with practical structural applications, establishing herself as a notable voice in next-generation construction technology.
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