From 14 to 16 May 2024, photonics experts met at the 16th Optatec, International trade fair for optical technologies, components and systems. In addition to 422 exhibitors from 24 countries, the IOM also presented itself on 18,000 square metres with topics from the research areas "Ion beam assisted patterning and smoothing" and "Ion beam and plasma jet based ultra-precision surface figuring".
Optical technologies are cross-sectional technologies - they combine engineering and natural sciences. This year, the industry highlight at the traditional trade fair venue in Frankfurt am Main was dedicated to the technical utilisation of light. Exhibitors and visitors used this globally unique platform to present innovations and engage in intensive dialogue on the topic of optotechnology, make new contacts and network.