Matthias Kahl
Head of R&D and Lab Services
Dr. Matthias Kahl leads R&D and LabServices at WILCO AG, shaping the company’s innovation roadmap and advancing next-generation technologies. Since joining WILCO in 2017, he has been instrumental in driving new technology development and aligning R&D initiatives with long-term business goals. Matthias holds a Ph.D. in optics and laser technology from the University of Konstanz and a degree in physics from the University of Erlangen, with a specialization in solid-state physics and metrology. Prior to WILCO, he helped scale high-precision laser material processing operations as Deputy Development Manager.
Beyond product development, he plays a key role in innovation strategy, intellectual property management, and quality excellence — building a strong foundation for sustainable growth and market leadership.
DAY 1: September 28th, 2026
SESSION: Doing more with less: A comparative case study of rule-based automation vs. AI with additional focus on resource requirements
◆ Initial effort needed to achieve high performance in inspection systems.
◆ Case study for difficult to inspect feature.
◆ Spotlight on the resource effort needed for optimization and changes in production.
