Security & Defense I

This symposium will examine trends shaping next‑generation defence photonics, including applications of high‑power laser systems, breakthroughs in silicon photonics and microwave photonics that unlock compact, low‑SWaP, and software‑defined architectures; and the emergence of novel optical component technologies that enhance robustness, and system integration. Sessions will highlight new imaging modalities - from polarimetric to event-based that expand situational awareness across all military domains. The programme also addresses the accelerating role of photonics in space, including secure optical networks and related technologies.

Chairs:

for Session 1: Adam Piotrowski (VIGO Photonics)
for Session 2: Hans Dieter Tholl (IRTAP Dr. HD Tholl)
for Session 3: Jeremy Picot Clemente (EPIC)

SESSION 1: Upscalling and Manufacturing Challenges

10:10 Keynote: Adam Piotrowski (VIGO Photonics)
10:40 Mission readiness needs Maintenance readiness, Armin Mundt / Jasmin Weinmann (Assemblify)
11:05 New inline digital holography approach and applications, Alexander Knüttel (Akmira Optronics)
11:30 System integration for photonics and Quantum Technologies, Bertille Raschke (Bertin Technologies)