Sven Pekrul

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Sven Pekrul is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of additive manufacturing and optical engineering. His work has been instrumental in demonstrating that 3D printing can extend far beyond mechanical parts, opening new frontiers for the fabrication of optical components. His most-cited paper, "Additive manufacturing of optical components" (2016, 47 citations), laid the groundwork for a paradigm shift in how optical systems can be designed and produced, moving away from traditional subtractive methods toward rapid, customizable, and complex geometries. This foundational contribution has inspired a growing community of researchers exploring printed lenses, waveguides, and freeform optics. Pekrul’s research addresses the critical challenge of achieving the surface quality and material transparency required for functional optics, bridging the gap between rapid prototyping and precision optical performance. His work is particularly notable for its forward-looking vision, anticipating the potential of additive manufacturing to democratize optical design and enable novel device architectures. With a focused and impactful body of work, Sven Pekrul stands as a key figure in the emerging field of 3D-printed optics, influencing both academic research and industrial applications.