Fausto Tucci

University of Salerno, University of Naples Federico II

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Total Citations

221

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About

Fausto Tucci is a leading researcher at the intersection of advanced manufacturing, robotics, and composite materials, with a particular focus on enabling the next generation of Industry 4.0 production systems. His most impactful work, the highly cited 2021 paper "Advanced robotics and additive manufacturing of composites: towards a new era in Industry 4.0" (206 citations), provides a visionary roadmap for integrating robotic automation with additive manufacturing to create smarter, more sustainable production environments. Tucci has made significant contributions to the practical realization of these concepts, specifically in the robotic layup of fibrous preforms for liquid composite molding. His research addresses critical challenges in this process, including defect reduction and process modeling and simulation, as demonstrated in his 2022 and 2021 works. By developing methods to enhance repeatability, flexibility, and quality in the automated layup of prepreg materials, Tucci’s work directly supports high-stakes industries like aerospace and automotive. His contributions are foundational for moving from theoretical Industry 4.0 paradigms to robust, real-world manufacturing solutions.