International Symposium on Piezocomposite Applications ISPA

Information and objective

The symposium offers an opportunity to exchange insights and discuss how exclusive material technologies can overcome highly demanding real-world challenges—from the deep ocean to outer space and from micro-scale sensors to large-scale structural actuators.

At the same time, the focus is on the entire value chain of piezo composites, from piezoceramic and other piezoelectric materials to component technologies and applications—always taking into account the legal requirements for the manufacture and use of materials. Of particular interest are the latest findings on advanced characterization methods and devices.

The symposium will highlight three main research and application focuses:

• Subsea applications: discover the latest developments in utilizing piezocomposites for underwater communication, sonar, autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and energy harvesting applications for self-powered sensors.
• Ultrasonic applications: explore the use of piezocomposites in medical ultrasound, non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring, including ultrasound tomography and scanning acoustic microscopes.
• Electromechanical applications: learn about the latest results in the application of piezocomposite actuators and transducers in mechanical structures, e.g. for de-icing, vibration control and shape morphing.

ISPA 2026 invites experts from industry and research as well as engineers to submit abstracts. Contributions on piezoelectric composite technologies for extreme thermal, mechanical, or chemical environments, including applications in aerospace, marine, energy, mobility, and other future industries, are also welcome.

Agenda

The ISPA 2026 will feature

• keynote presentations
• technical sessions
• networking opportunities
• and an industry exhibition.