SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing 2026 – USA

SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing 2026 will be held April 26–30, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. It’s the premier event for sensing, imaging, and photonics technologies used in defense, security, and commercial applications.

🔬 Event Overview

• Name: SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing (DCS) 2026
• Dates: April 26–30, 2026
• Location: National Harbor, Maryland, US
• Organizer: SPIE – The International Society for Optics and Photonics

🌟 What to Expect

• Technical conferences on infrared systems, laser technologies, quantum sensing, and autonomous platforms
• Exhibition hall featuring cutting-edge products and services from top photonics companies
• Networking opportunities with engineers, scientists, and defense professionals
• Special tracks on directed energy, spectral imaging, and emerging sensor technologies
• Student and early-career programs to support future innovators

🎯 Who Should Attend

• Researchers and engineers in optics, photonics, and sensing
• Defense contractors and government agencies
• Commercial tech developers in imaging, AI, and autonomous systems
• Academic institutions and students in related fields