Micro-Optics Summit & Expo 2026
The Micro-Optics Summit & Expo 2026 will bring together the full value chain of suppliers in the field of micro-optics, including design and modelling companies, originators, component manufacturers, equipment suppliers, material supplies, metrology companies and integrators. Check out our program to find out more.
The Micro-Optics Summit & Expo brings together the full value chain of suppliers in the field of micro-optics, including design and modelling companies, originators, component manufacturers, equipment suppliers, material supplies, metrology companies and integrators.
11:00 - 12:30 | Main stage
Moderator
Presentations
This presentation will share insights into the market analysis of new lighting elements, new applications, software and business chances in car lighting.
This presentation will discuss the light sources, the manufacturing, the styling and the performance of micro-lens arrays in automotive lighting.
This presentation will talk about adhesives and imprint resins used for micro-optics in amongst others the automotive market.
This presentation will talk about enhanced automotive lighting solutions using femtosecond laser structuring.
This presentation will cover the automated test equipment for optics in automotive, including topics such as cost optimisation, modularity, flexibility and efficiency.
09:30 - 10:30 | Main stage
Moderator
Presentations
This presentation will explain how laser welding in automotive can be improved by freeform laser beam shaping.
This presentation will explain the potential of micro-optics in automotive from enhanced lighting systems and advanced sensor systems to interior enhancements.
This presentation will show the micro & nano-optics process flows and micro-lenses in automotive lighting as well as micro lens arrays on sensor imagers.
13:30 - 15:00 | Main stage
Moderator
Presentations
This presentation will cover the unique and high volume manufacturing capabilities of polymer components for the automotive industry.
This presentation will talk about the market-leading nanocomposites for multiple fast-growing applications in automotive, AR/MR, optics/sensors and displays.
This presentation covers the micro-optical system and manufacturing capabilities of Fraunhofer IOF, focussing on light carpets, symbol ground projection and low beam applications.
This presentation will discuss the advancements and challenges to design and integrate micro-optics in automotive lighting.
