Events in Dresden

From Fundamentals to Applications

In the early days of laser technology, engineers first cut plastics with lasers for industrial use. Although laser processing of metallic materials dominates today, applications with non-metals are gaining ground. Over the course of the workshop, you gain insights into the broad spectrum of laser processing for non-metals.

Solid electrolyte batteries are considered potential candidates that can overcome the disadvantages of conventional lithium-ion batteries in terms of safety and energy density. However, we are not yet seeing entry into the mass market and therefore ask ourselves: Where do solid electrolyte batteries stand today? Exchange different perspectives at our meeting and discuss where you see solid electrolyte batteries – ante portas or still as a vision?

The present time is characterized by the transformation in both the energy sector and mobility, but also geopolitical challenges and the climate crisis are current issues. The triennial EMATec conference aims to provide a platform for presenting the latest achievements in research and development and reflecting the needs of the industry. 

On June 26, 2026, the Fraunhofer Institutes in Dresden will open their doors again. Experience science up close, try things out for yourself, and talk to researchers—all this is possible. Stay tuned.

Trends and New Developments in Laser Technology

The five days workshop aims to bring together undergraduate and PhD students in an intensive study program on fundamental and applied aspects of laser technology. 

ISPA is the leading international platform for piezoceramic composite technologies and their role in advancing component performance in extreme conditions and mission-critical applications. The 2026 year’s theme, "Where Frontiers Meet" highlights the intersection of pioneering materials and frontier applications – from orbit to ocean, from micro-sensing and actuation to structural health monitoring.

Shaping the Future of Dry Battery Electrode Processing

The Dry Coating Forum is a forum for material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, cell makers and end users to exchange information about current trends, developments and challenges in the field of dry coating technologies.

Lithium-sulfur batteries are envisaged to enable energy storage devices with high specific energy at low material cost. The recent research provides significant progress in terms of materials for active and passive cell components as well as on understanding of mechanisms finally leading to improved Li-S cell performance.