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About
Thiago Assis Dutra is an emerging researcher whose work sits at the dynamic intersection of additive manufacturing, soft robotics, and sustainable engineering. His research spans two complementary domains: the application of 3D printing technologies to advance circular economy principles, and the computational design and mechanical characterization of soft robotic systems. Dutra's 2022 life cycle assessment study, his most cited work with 11 citations, demonstrated how additive manufacturing can meaningfully extend product lifespans through repair and remanufacturing, contributing important evidence to sustainability-focused engineering discourse. More recently, his attention has turned to soft robotics, where he has made notable contributions through the development and optimization of Fin Ray Effect-inspired robotic grippers — devices with promising applications in delicate agricultural harvesting. His 2025 study on TPU 60A mechanical characterization, already accumulating 8 citations, bridges experimental testing with finite element simulation to refine material selection for flexible robotic components. What distinguishes Dutra's approach is his consistent integration of computational modeling with experimental validation, ensuring practical relevance alongside theoretical rigor. With a growing citation record across multiple high-impact topics, he represents a productive voice in next-generation manufacturing and intelligent robotic systems research.
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