Projects
Under the supervision of Islam M. Mantawy, PhD, PE, ARC-Lab at Rowan University is advancing additive construction through five innovative projects led by dedicated PhD students. Aly Ahmed leads the Additive Construction of Geopolymer Concrete project, utilizing eco-friendly geopolymer binders to create sustainable, low-carbon 3D-printed structures. Anthony Mackin explores Additive Constructed Seismic Rocking Columns, designed to rock and self-center during seismic events, enhancing structural resilience. Hamdy Farhoud focuses on Additively Manufactured Metal Seismic Fuses, developing metal fuses that absorb seismic energy to protect buildings in earthquake-prone areas. Jenna Migliorino works on Topologically Optimized Additively Constructed Structural Elements, aiming to enhance sustainability and structural robustness through optimized shapes and material efficiency. Lastly, Zaid Hanoun works on the Additive Construction of Fibrous and Non-fibrous Concrete, creating optimized concrete mixes that improve stability and versatility in 3D printing applications. Together, these projects exemplify ARC-Lab's commitment to pioneering sustainable and resilient construction technologies.