Lopez-Anido presents about 3D printing at XXVII JAIE conference in Argentina

Roberto Lopez-Anido, professor of civil and environmental engineering and Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) research lead at the University of Maine, was featured as a keynote speaker at the 27th Argentine Conference on Structural Engineering (XXVII JAIE), located in Rosario, Argentina on Sept. 28, 2022.

Lopez-Anido’s presentation titled “Opportunities and Challenges in Structural Engineering due to the Disruption of 3D Printing in Construction” discussed the possibilities and limitations presented when utilizing thermoplastic composite materials in additive manufacturing and 3D printing. Lopez-Anido gave updates on the research and development efforts toward large-scale additive manufacturing happening at ASCC.

To see more information about Lopez-Anido’s presentation, or any other presentations featured at XXVII JAIE, visit their website.