Papers
6
Total Citations
108
H-Index
5
About
Danny Friese is a researcher at the forefront of sustainable construction technology, specializing in textile-reinforced concrete (TRC), advanced manufacturing automation, and bio-inspired structural design. His work addresses one of the construction industry's most pressing challenges: reducing the sector's substantial carbon footprint, which accounts for approximately 37% of global CO₂ emissions. Friese's most influential contribution, "Textile Reinforcement Structures for Concrete Construction Applications––A Review" (2022, 69 citations), established a foundational reference for the field, demonstrating how non-metallic, corrosion-resistant textile reinforcements can create more durable and sustainable alternatives to traditional steel-reinforced concrete. His research consistently explores how lightweight, material-minimized structures can be engineered without sacrificing mechanical performance. Beyond material science, Friese has pioneered robotic and automated manufacturing approaches, including 3D coreless filament winding and robot-assisted fabrication of non-metallic reinforcement structures. His bio-inspired work further pushes boundaries by applying nature's load-adapted design principles to optimize material efficiency in building components. With over 100 cumulative citations across recent publications, Friese's growing body of work positions him as an emerging leader reshaping how the construction industry approaches structural reinforcement for a more sustainable future.
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- 2Current and Future Trends in Textiles for Concrete Construction Applications15 citations · 2023
- 3Biologically Inspiried Load Adapted 3D Textile Reinforcement Structures9 citations · 2022
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- 6Novel Textile Reinforcements for Advanced Concrete Production Methods2 citations · 2024