Michael Layh

Prof. Dr. Michael Layh is a Professor in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Kempten University of Applied Sciences. He serves as the Institute Director for the Institute for Computer Vision and heads the Optical 3D Metrology and Computer Vision Laboratory (3Dvisionlab). His expertise lies in Machine Vision, Optical Design, and Simulation and Modeling.

• Teaching Areas: Physics, Engineering Mathematics, Optical Measurement Technology, Technical Optics
• Research Focus: Development of advanced optical measurement systems, including spectrometer-free chromatic confocal metrology and synthetic image-based neural networks for industrial applications
• Current Projects: ReGAIN (2023-2024) and opTWINspect (2024-2026) with funding from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action and Bavarian Research Foundation

His recent work includes innovations in 3D imaging and high-speed optical scanners, with patents covering EUV projection lithography and micro mirror arrays. Collaborations span Carl Zeiss SMT GmbH and iron foundry industries.