At ImagingNext 2026, industry experts came together in Munich to explore the future of imaging, from Vision AI and robotics to image sensors, software and space applications.

Munich, Germany, October 22, 2026 – What does the future of imaging look like, and what will it take to build it? These questions brought imaging professionals, developers, industry experts and end users together for ImagingNext 2026, held on October 14-15 in Munich and organized by FRAMOS.

Under the theme AI-driven Vision and the Future of Smart Imaging, the two-day conference explored emerging technologies, real-world applications and the challenges shaping the imaging industry.

From Space Exploration to Physical AI

The program covered a broad range of topics, including imaging on the International Space Station, Industrial Vision AI, robotic perception, Physical AI, camera software and edge computing.

Day one focused on how intelligent vision systems enable machines to perceive and interact with the world. Day two explored the technologies behind these applications, from image sensors and FPGA-based HDR processing to image quality simulation and complete imaging system design.

Speakers from NVIDIA, Sony, RealSense, Qualcomm, DLR, STMicroelectronics, Altera, FRAMOS and other organizations shared insights into current developments and future opportunities.

One message stood out across the sessions: successful vision systems depend on the integration of sensors, optics, software, processing and AI rather than individual components alone.

Connecting the Imaging Ecosystem

Beyond the technical program, ImagingNext brought together professionals from different fields, including semiconductors, robotics, software and camera development.

Marie-Charlotte Leclerc of STMicroelectronics highlighted the value of bringing together communities that are often addressed separately, offering participants a broader perspective on developments across the imaging ecosystem.

Frederik Schönebeck, Co-CEO of FRAMOS, emphasized the importance of collaboration:

“The real value of ImagingNext is the community it brings together. Technology providers, researchers, and customers may come with different perspectives, but they share many of the same challenges and ambitions.”

Discussions continued beyond the presentations, with attendees exchanging ideas on Physical AI, humanoid robotics and the future role of computer vision.

Building What Comes Next – Together

As imaging and AI technologies continue to evolve, collaboration across disciplines remains essential to turning innovation into real-world applications.

ImagingNext 2026 provided a platform to share expertise, explore new perspectives and strengthen connections across the industry.

Special thanks go to RealSense, the event’s Golden Sponsor, for supporting ImagingNext for the second consecutive year.

The 2026 edition may be over, but the conversations and collaborations continue.

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