Pre-Conference Workshops
Held one day before the Sensors Converge Expo, these half-day workshops provide deep technical insight and hands-on discussion around emerging sensor technologies, AI, and advanced design methodologies.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Half-Day Workshop: Machine Learning for Calibration and Classification
Track: Edge, AI, and Data Analytics
Presented by Barry M. Wise, President & CEO, Eigenvector Research, Inc.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Networking Roundtables: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
VIP Opening Night Reception: 5:00 PM
Location: Great America Ballroom
This hands-on workshop explores how machine learning techniques can be applied to sensor calibration, classification, and real-world data challenges. Attendees will gain practical insight into improving sensor performance, accuracy, and reliability using modern AI-driven approaches.
Designed for engineers, data scientists, and product developers working at the intersection of sensors and AI, this session bridges theory and application for real deployment scenarios.
Functional / E-Fabric Sensors and Printed, Flexible, Stretchable Sensors and Sensor-Based Systems: New Tools for the Product Designers’ Tool Kit Driving Innovation for Emerging IoT and Wearable Applications
Track: Next-Gen Sensor Technology
Presented by Roger Grace, President, Roger Grace Associates
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Networking Roundtables 4-5pm and Reception at 5pm)
Networking Roundtables: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
VIP Opening Night Reception: 5:00 PM
Location: Great America Ballroom
The future of sensors is flexible, stretchable, and seamlessly integrated into the world around us. This workshop explores how printed, flexible, stretchable, and e-fabric sensors are transforming industries including healthcare, wearables, industrial IoT, and defense.
Through expert presentations, attendees will learn about:
Emerging sensor platforms and materials
High-throughput manufacturing techniques such as roll-to-roll printing
Real-world applications accelerating adoption
Commercialization challenges and strategies for scale
This session is ideal for designers, technologists, and innovators looking to expand their product design toolkit with next-generation sensing solutions.
Register for an All-Access Pass to attend Pre-Conference Workshops.