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About
Andrea Polimadei is a leading researcher at the intersection of additive manufacturing and optical fiber sensing. Her work focuses on embedding Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensors directly into 3D-printed structures, creating “smart materials” for applications in civil engineering, biomedicine, and soft robotics. Her major contribution lies in solving a critical challenge: the precise positioning and reliable adhesion of fragile optical fibers onto monitoring surfaces. By developing 3D-printed patches that seamlessly integrate FBGs, she eliminates the need for manual gluing, enhancing sensor durability and accuracy. Her most cited work (2023, 18 citations) provides a metrological evaluation of different filament materials and fiber coatings, establishing a foundational framework for this emerging technique. A subsequent study (2023, 3 citations) further refines the sensor design and mechanical characterization of these embedded patches. Polimadei’s innovations are paving the way for systematic, scalable production of intelligent, self-sensing components, promising transformative advances in structural health monitoring and adaptive robotics.
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