MathWorks concluded its MATLAB EXPO 2026 in Bengaluru on May 8. The single day event recorded an attendance of over 1,300 engineers, academic researchers, and industry executives. The primary agenda focused on the integration of generative artificial intelligence, engineering copilots, and agentic workflows into modern product development and simulation processes.
The conference emphasized the transition of artificial intelligence from experimental phases to production scale execution. Presentations and technical sessions covered applications across various engineering domains including virtual vehicle development, automated driving, electrification, and aerospace systems. Speakers from organizations such as Boeing, Tata Consultancy Services, NXP Semiconductors, and Mercedes Benz Research and Development India shared case studies addressing these technological shifts.
Keynote sessions featured discussions on how artificial intelligence capabilities are accelerating design cycles while maintaining necessary engineering rigor. Savyasachi Srinivas, Vice President of Global Engineering and Technology Centers at Collins Aerospace, presented on the use of digital twins and artificial intelligence for cockpit environments. Additionally, a panel comprising representatives from the Indian Institute of Science, HSBC, and other corporations examined the governance, verification, and human oversight required when deploying automated engineering workflows.
The event also hosted several technology demonstrations. The Raftar Formula Racing team from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras showcased their competition vehicle. A dedicated unmanned aerial vehicle pavilion featured drone and electric vertical takeoff and landing platforms developed by regional startups and technology partners. Sunil Motwani, Country Manager for MathWorks India, stated that the industry is increasingly evaluating these advanced methodologies to enhance productivity without compromising safety and traceability.