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Caitlin Mueller is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of structural engineering, computational design, and robotic fabrication, with a particular focus on advancing how complex architectural structures are designed and built. Her work spans additive manufacturing optimization, construction robotics, and sustainable fabrication methods, positioning her as a leading voice in the emerging field of digital construction. Mueller's most influential contributions include developing stress line-based strategies for additive manufacturing that align material deposition with principal structural forces, dramatically improving the mechanical performance of printed components — a body of work that has garnered over 115 citations. Her exploration of drone-based masonry construction (122 citations) demonstrated the real-world feasibility of autonomous aerial fabrication at architectural scale, capturing widespread attention across engineering and robotics communities. More recently, her research into earth-based 3D printing emphasizes circular, locally sourced materials, reflecting a growing commitment to sustainable construction practices. Beyond individual technologies, Mueller has made significant strides in multi-robot coordination, sequence planning, and fabrication-aware structural optimization, bridging the gap between algorithmic design intent and physical construction reality. Her cumulative body of work, with hundreds of citations across diverse venues, makes her an essential reference for researchers and students navigating the future of intelligent, automated building systems.