Symposium

The Airbag Symposium features an impressive lineup of distinguished speakers who are leaders in the field of automotive safety and airbag technology. Their lectures cover a wide range of topics, providing valuable insights into the latest research, innovations, and trends.

In addition to the keynote presentations, the symposium also showcases a variety of high-quality posters that highlight cutting-edge research and developments from both emerging talents and established experts. These posters offer a unique opportunity for attendees to engage with the content, ask questions, and discuss ideas directly with the authors.

Together, the excellent speakers and innovative poster presentations create an enriching experience for all participants, fostering collaboration and inspiring new approaches to enhancing vehicle safety. Don't miss the chance to learn from the best in the industry and contribute to the important dialogue on airbag technology!

Lectures by world-leading experts from OEMs, suppliers, universities and public authorities on the following topics – open for your contribution: please submit your lecture title, a 300-word abstract and the name(s) of the author(s) to the conference management manuela.wolff@ict.fraunhofer.de by May 8, 2026:

• Updates in ratings and legislation
• Safety for alternative vehicle classes
• In-cabin and exterior sensing and sensor fusion
• Adaptivity of safety systems
• Reclined seating safety
• Benefits through application of artificial intelligence in the development of safety systems
• Virtual engineering and testing
• Innovations in safety products – airbag systems, steering wheel, seat and belt systems, etc.
• Interior innovations for the vehicle of the future

Proposals for poster presentations are very welcome along with written manuscripts, which will be included in the proceedings. We expect contributions at the cutting edge of technical development. Purely commercial presentations will be assigned to the exhibition. Poster authors will be registered as participants and will be charged the registration fee.

Please submit your poster title, a 300-word abstract and the name(s) of the author(s) by May 8t 2026 to the conference management: manuela.wolff@ict.fraunhofer.de.

• Symposium with lectures of addressing all relevant aspects of integral vehicle safety systems
• Technical and scientific poster session
• Exhibition area for commercial presentation of innovations
• Evening receptions for networking