How Topology Optimization And AM Can Create A New Generation Of Green Steel Construction

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Amsterdam , 2025 https://cdfam.com/amsterdam-2025/ Organization: University of Bologna Presenter: Vittoria Laghi How Topology Optimization And Additive Manufacturing Can Create A New Generation Of Green Steel Construction Presentation Abstract The digitalization of the construction sector could potentially produce more efficient structures, reduce material waste and increase work safety. Current strategies for the realization of automated steel constructions see the application of metal 3D printing processes as an opportunity to build a new generation of efficient steel structures with reduced material use. This, though, requires advanced multidisciplinary knowledge in manufacturing, metallurgy, structural engineering and computational design. Recent effort has been made in order to combine computational design with current digital fabrication procedures to realize efficient steel structures for the future. The present work aims at providing insights to current explorations on the combined application of computational design and metal 3D printing process in construction towards a new generation of optimized and resource-efficient structures Interview: How topology optimization and additive manufacturing can create a new generation of green steel construction This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.designforam.com