I am a doctoral candidate and researcher with Digital Architecture Research & Technologies (DART) at Taubman College, University of Michigan. My research expertise lies at the intersection of robotic additive manufacturing and computational design. Specifically, I specialize in data-driven spatial 3D printing and advanced toolpath generation methodologies tailored for cellular structures within architectural applications.
The focal point of my research endeavors is to mitigate material wastage through the implementation of optimized material processes, thereby enhancing material utilization efficiency by directing resources exclusively where necessary.”
Major Doctoral Advisors: Dr. Mania Aghaei Meibodi & Wes McGee
Minor Doctoral Advisor: Chinedum Okwudire
Research Area: Computational Design and Robotic Fabrication
Research Areas:
computational design, robotic 3DP, spatial extrusion, graph theory, lattice and cellular structures
Research Interests:
Applications to use graph theory and search algorithms for toolpath sequencing; development of plugins and applications for designers to use for 3D printing; and sustainable plastic composite alternatives as a building material.
Teaching:
GSI Fabrication – Fall 2022
Projects:
Structurally Informed Spatial 3D Printing and Toolpath Generation for Cellular Structures in Architecture
Publications
Aghaei Meibodi, M., Voltl, C., & Craney, R. (2020). Additive Thermoplastic Formwork for Freeform Concrete Columns. 516–525. https://doi.org/10.52842/conf.acadia.2020.1.516
What do you do when I am not stuck in the lab:
I like Travel unknown mountain roads throughout North America in my converted school bus.