Javier G. Fernandez
Papers
5
Total Citations
86
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About
Javier G. Fernandez is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of sustainable materials and digital fabrication. His work centers on developing additive manufacturing processes for large-scale objects using natural biocomposites, fundamentally challenging the reliance on petroleum-based plastics in construction and manufacturing. Fernandez’s major contributions include the design and control of a precision extrusion system mounted on an industrial six-axis robot, achieving build rates of 2.5 cm³/s through a process akin to Direct Ink Writing. His most-cited paper (2021, 43 citations) introduces a novel hand-eye calibration method for 2D laser scanners using common objects, enhancing robotic precision in fabrication. His 2019 work (18 citations) on controlling process settings for large-scale additive manufacturing with sustainable composites is foundational, demonstrating how to constrain operational parameters to print filaments with desired dimensions. Fernandez’s research not only advances manufacturing science but also offers a viable path toward eco-friendly, large-scale production, making him a key figure in sustainable engineering.
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