Niklas Freund
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About
Niklas Freund is a leading researcher in digital construction and additive manufacturing, with a primary focus on Shotcrete 3D Printing (SC3DP) for structural concrete components. His work bridges the gap between digital design and automated robotic fabrication, addressing critical challenges in material behavior, process control, and reinforcement integration. Freund’s most-cited paper (2022, 34 citations) develops a model to predict and adjust strand geometry during SC3DP, enabling precise, automatic cross-section control for robotic manufacturing—a foundational contribution to process reliability. He further advances the field by demonstrating how SC3DP can produce optimized, functionally integrated elements for multi-storey structures (2025, 6 citations), showcasing the technology’s potential for reducing emissions and waste. Notably, his 2024 work introduces a novel method for automated reinforcement integration through green state milling, a key step toward structural integrity in printed elements. With a growing citation impact, Freund is shaping the future of sustainable, automated construction, making his research essential for students and engineers exploring digital fabrication and large-scale 3D printing.
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