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
Opening moderator
Jérémy Picot-Clémente, Technology Expert for Optics and Optical Systems at EPIC
Enhancing Consumer Product Performance with Ultrafast Laser Technology
Céline Petit, Innovation engineer at LASEA
Cutting-edge microstructures for enhancing functionality in consumer products
Marek Krehel, CTO at 3D AG
Advanced nanoimprint solutions for high-precision consumer product features
Thomas Achleitner, Business Development Manager at EV Group
Innovative nanofabrication for enhanced performance in displays
Samuli Siitonen, CTO at Nanocomp
Opening moderator
Jérémy Picot-Clémente, Technology Expert for Optics and Optical Systems at EPIC
Imaging-grade monolithic polymer components for low- to high-volume applications
Frank Wippermann, Co-founder & CEO of MCD
Scalable nanoimprint solutions for high-volume AR waveguide manufacturing
Jan Matthijs Ter Meulen, CTO at Morphotonics
Advancing Consumer Optics with Ultra-Precision Machining
Jonas Wielandts, Managing Partner and Chief Business Officer at Wielandts UPMT
Innovations in Photomask Production for Enhanced AR/VR Optics
Bríd Connolly, Strategic Applications Manager at Tekscend Photomask
Opening moderator
Piotr Pucko, Sales Project Manager at PHABULOuS
AR/VR Design for Enhanced User Experience
Olga Resnik, Co-Founder / Chief Architect & Integration at JOYA Team
Micro-optics for AR/VR from design to manufacturing
Dr. Elias AKIKI, Senior application engineer at Synopsys
How microoptics can help making real Light-AR eyewear
Gunther Haas, Co-founder & CTO
Optimising beam shaping for high-precision medical applications
Natalia Trela-McDonald, General Manager at PowerPhotonic
Opening moderator
Piotr Pucko, Sales Project Manager at PHABULOuS
Novel emitter technology and microlenses for novel NDIR schemes.
Ross Stanley, Chief Scientific Officer at 4K-MEMS
Precision Roll-to-Roll technology for enhancing consumer products
Matthias Fahland, Head of Business Unit and Head of Department R2R Technologies at Fraunhofer FEP