Half-Day Workshop: Challenges and Opportunities for Printed, Flexible, Stretchable, and E-Fabric Sensors & Sensor-Based Systems
Session details:
New Platforms Driving Innovation in IoT and Wearable Applications
The future of sensors is here—and it’s flexible, stretchable, and seamlessly integrated into the world around us. From cutting-edge wearables to next-gen IoT applications, the rise of printed, flexible, and e-fabric sensors is revolutionizing industries including healthcare, sports, military, and beyond.
Join us for this dynamic workshop where leading experts will showcase groundbreaking advancements in sensor technology. Learn how high-throughput manufacturing techniques—such as Roll-to-Roll printing—are unlocking new possibilities for ultra-thin, low-cost, and highly durable sensors that conform to their environment like never before.
Through engaging presentations from six top global innovators, including a keynote speaker, we’ll explore:
- The latest breakthroughs in printed, stretchable, and functional fabric sensors
- Real-world applications transforming healthcare, wearables, and IoT
- The integration of electronic functionalities beyond sensing—pushing the boundaries of what’s possible
- Key challenges in commercialization and strategies to accelerate market adoption
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain exclusive insights, discover emerging technologies, and network with the industry’s top minds shaping the future of flexible and smart sensor systems!
1:00 PM – Moderator Welcome and Workshop Introduction
1:10 PM – Introduction and Overview of Printed/Flexible/Stretchable and Functional Fabric/E-Fabric Sensors and Sensor-Based Systems
Roger Grace, Roger Grace Associates
1:25 PM – High-Resolution Additive Manufacturing for #D Multi-functional Microelectronic Devices
Hylke Akkerman Ph.D., Holst Center/TNO (Netherlands)
1:40 PM – Innovations and Collaborations for Printed Tactile Sensors
Rob Podoloff, Tekscan
1:55 PM – Building the Future of Ambient Biometric Sensing Apparel
Timm Smith, SNWR/Voormi
2:10 PM – Integration of Functionalities for Successful Scalability of Printed Sensors
Janos Veres Ph.D., NextFlex
2:25 PM – Break
2:40 PM – Advanced Printed Manufacturing Techniques for Smart Wearables with Application to Gas Sensors
Sreeni Rao Ph.D., Interlink Electronics
Paul Brook, Interlink Electronics
2:55 PM – Lessons Learned from Building a Complex Textile Integrated System
Alex Cook Ph.D., NextFlex
3:10 PM – Summary/Conclusions/Recommendations for Printed/Flexible/Stretchable and Functional Fabric/E-Fabric Sensors and Sensor-Based Systems
Roger Grace, Roger Grace Associates
3:25 PM – Panel Discussion: Overcoming Challenges to Successful Commercialization of Printed/Flexible/Stretchable and Functional Fabric/E-Fabric Sensors and Sensor-Based Systems
4:00 PM – Workshop Conclusion/Networking Time
