Micro-optics are transforming consumer products, particularly in the realms of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), by enabling compact, lightweight, and high-performance optical solutions. These tiny optical components are critical for achieving precise light manipulation in AR/VR headsets, enhancing visual clarity and immersive experiences. In AR, micro-optics enable the integration of waveguides and holographic elements that project high-quality digital overlays onto the real world. In VR, they improve field-of-view, depth perception, and display efficiency while minimizing device size and weight. By advancing the capabilities of AR/VR devices, micro-optics are paving the way for more accessible and realistic immersive experiences in gaming, entertainment, and beyond.

CONSUMER TRACKS

09:00 - 09:10 Main stage

Opening moderator

Jérémy Picot-Clémente, Technology Expert for Optics and Optical Systems at EPIC

Jérémy Picot-Clémente
09:10 - 09:25 Main stage

Enhancing Consumer Product Performance with Ultrafast Laser Technology

Céline Petit, Innovation engineer at LASEA

Céline Petit
09:40 - 09:55 Main stage

Cutting-edge microstructures for enhancing functionality in consumer products

Marek Krehel, CTO at 3D AG

Marek Krehel
09:25 - 09:40 Main stage

Advanced nanoimprint solutions for high-precision consumer product features

Thomas Achleitner, Business Development Manager at EV Group

Thomas Achleitner
09:55 - 10:10 Main stage

Innovative nanofabrication for enhanced performance in displays

Samuli Siitonen, CTO at Nanocomp

Samuli Siitonen
10:10 - 10:25 Main stage

Enabling High-Precision Optics in Consumer Devices with 3D Microfabrication

James Schilknecht, Head of Sales Industrial Applications at Nanoscribe

James Schildknecht
11:00 - 11:10 Main stage

Opening moderator

Jérémy Picot-Clémente, Technology Expert for Optics and Optical Systems at EPIC

Jérémy Picot-Clémente
11:10 - 11:25 Main stage

Imaging-grade monolithic polymer components for low- to high-volume applications

Frank Wippermann, Co-founder & CEO of MCD

Frank Wippermann
11:25 - 11:50 Main stage

Scalable nanoimprint solutions for high-volume AR waveguide manufacturing

Jan Matthijs Ter Meulen, CTO at Morphotonics

Jan Matthijs ter Meulen
11:40 - 11:55 Main stage

Advancing Consumer Optics with Ultra-Precision Machining

Jonas Wielandts, Managing Partner and Chief Business Officer at Wielandts UPMT

Jonas Wielandts
11:55 - 12:10 Main stage

Innovations in Photomask Production for Enhanced AR/VR Optics

Bríd Connolly, Strategic Applications Manager at Tekscend Photomask

Bríd Connolly
12:10 - 12:25 Main stage

High-precision nanoimprint lithography for scalable AR waveguide production

Marc Verschuuren, CTO at SCIL Nanoimprint Solutions

Marc Verschuuren
13:30 - 13:40 Main stage

Opening moderator

Piotr Pucko, Sales Project Manager at PHABULOuS

Piotr Pucko
13:40 - 13:55 Main stage

AR/VR Design for Enhanced User Experience

Olga Resnik, Co-Founder / Chief Architect & Integration at JOYA Team

Olga Resnik
13:55 - 14:10 Main stage

Micro-optics for AR/VR from design to manufacturing

Dr. Elias AKIKI, Senior application engineer at Synopsys

Dr. Elias AKIKI
14:10 - 14:25 Main stage

How microoptics can help making real Light-AR eyewear

Gunther Haas, Co-founder & CTO

Gunther Haas
14:25 - 14:40 Main stage

Optimising beam shaping for high-precision medical applications

Natalia Trela-McDonald, General Manager at PowerPhotonic

Natalia Trela-McDonald
14:40 - 14:55 Main stage

Advancing Respiratory Diagnostics: Real-Time Ciliary Beat Frequency Analysis with the glass 3D printed imaging bundle

Paweł Wiencław, CEO at Syglass

Paweł Wiencław
15:30 - 15:40 Main stage

Opening moderator

Piotr Pucko, Sales Project Manager at PHABULOuS

Piotr Pucko
15:40 - 15:55 Main stage

Novel emitter technology and microlenses for novel NDIR schemes.

Ross Stanley, Chief Scientific Officer at 4K-MEMS

Ross Stanley
15:55 - 16:10 Main stage

Precision Roll-to-Roll technology for enhancing consumer products

Matthias Fahland, Head of Business Unit and Head of Department R2R Technologies at Fraunhofer FEP

Matthias Fahland
16:10 - 16:25 Main stage

Micro- and nanotechnologies for brand security

Ourance Alenzi, Head of Sales at 3D AG

Ourance Alenezi