Negar Kalantar

California College of the Arts, Mitchell Institute

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Negar Kalantar is a leading researcher at the intersection of digital fabrication, additive manufacturing, and architectural design. Her work centers on advancing robotic 3D printing technologies for construction, with a particular focus on improving material performance and structural integrity. Kalantar’s most cited study, “Impact of robotic 3D printing process parameters on interlayer bond strength” (2022, 39 citations), systematically investigates how variables like nozzle speed and layer height affect adhesion between printed layers—a critical factor for ensuring code-compliant, load-bearing structures. This research addresses a key bottleneck in construction-scale 3D printing, where many academic and industrial projects fail to meet building regulations. In her innovative project “PRINT in PRINT” (2022), Kalantar introduces a nested robotic fabrication strategy that uses dissolvable formwork to create complex, stackable columns, demonstrating how temporary supports can expand geometric freedom while minimizing material waste. Her contributions bridge materials science and computational design, offering practical pathways for integrating 3D printing into real-world construction. With a growing citation record and a focus on translating experimental processes into viable building solutions, Kalantar is shaping the future of automated, sustainable architecture.