Gianni Stano

Gianni Stano is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management, Politecnico di Bari (Bari Polytechnic University), Italy. His research focuses on advanced additive manufacturing techniques and their applications in soft robotics, sensors, and multi-material systems.

• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
• Department: Mechanics, Mathematics & Management
• Field: Manufacturing Technology and Systems (ING-IND/16)
• Email: gianni.stano@poliba.it

Research Interests

Stano's research explores the intersection of additive manufacturing, soft robotics, and smart materials. Key areas include:

• Multi-material 3D printing and interfacial adhesion optimization
• Biomimetic and MRI-guided fabrication of anatomical structures
• Development of silicone-based electromagnetic actuators and grippers
• Embedded sensor and actuator integration in soft robotics
• Process parameter modeling for polymer-based additive manufacturing
• Self-healing materials and assembly-free smart structures

Article Trends

Stano's recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize multi-material extrusion printing, bioinspired design, and machine learning applications in manufacturing. His work addresses challenges in:

• Void reduction and layer adhesion in polymers
• Electromagnetic actuation for untethered soft robots
• Piezoresistive sensor optimization through process parameters
• Self-healing polymer fabrication via Diels-Alder chemistry
• Embedded electronics and copper feature integration
• Lithium-ion battery manufacturing using material extrusion