Events

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 event brings together innovators from industry and research to explore breakthroughs in piezoelectric composites, acoustic polymers and fillers with exceptional applications in extreme environments.

Therefore 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.

Key topics include:

• Piezoelectric composites under extreme environmental conditions
• Advanced production and integration technologies 
• Use cases from aerospace, navy, energy, mobility, and beyond

Meet leading researchers, engineers, and application experts who are shaping the future of smart materials. Gain insights, exchange expertise, and explore collaboration opportunities.

The event takes place in Dresden, one of Germany’s leading innovation hubs – and also one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. It is hosted by Fraunhofer IKTS in collaboration with Smart Material.