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About
Freek Bos is a pioneering researcher in the field of 3D concrete printing (3DCP), with a particular focus on structural reinforcement strategies and the practical translation of digital fabrication technologies into real-world construction applications. His work addresses one of the most pressing challenges in additive manufacturing of cementitious materials: the integration of reinforcement into printed structures. Bos has made notable contributions by characterizing the bond properties of helical reinforcement rods inserted into freshly printed concrete, a technique that represents a significant step toward making 3DCP structurally viable. His most-cited work on this topic has garnered 31 citations, reflecting its relevance to the broader research community. Beyond reinforcement, Bos has explored the critical influence of scale effects on 3DCP through hands-on pavilion fabrication, revealing important gaps between computational design and physical manufacturing. More recently, his research has extended into fiber reinforcement strategies aligned with principal stress trajectories, pushing the boundaries of material performance in printed structures. With work spanning robotic automation, material behavior, and design methodology, Bos stands as an influential voice shaping the future of digital concrete construction.
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- 2Design considerations due to scale effects in 3D concrete printing21 citations · 2016
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