For a long time, enterprise data was trapped on 2D screens. Engineers looked at spreadsheets, architects looked at flat blueprints, and factory managers looked at dashboard lights. But the barrier between data and reality has finally dropped.
At AWE USA 2026, we are focusing on the two technologies making this possible: Digital Twins and Reality Capture. Together, they are creating a "spatial enterprise" where humans can see, test, and act on information in the context of the real world.
The Gaussian Splat Breakthrough
If you have been following the industry over the past year, you know that the biggest story in reality capture is the incredible progress of Gaussian Splats. We have moved beyond traditional photogrammetry into a new era of photorealistic, high-speed environment mapping.
Why does this matter for the enterprise? In the past, creating a high-fidelity digital replica of a complex space—like an oil rig or a surgical suite—took weeks of processing and massive computing power. Today, Gaussian Splatting allows us to capture these environments with startling detail and view them in real-time on standard hardware.
At AWE 2026, Gaussian Splats will be a central topic. We will explore how this tech has moved from research labs into production-ready tools that allow companies to "capture once, use everywhere."
New Tracks and Pavilions for 2026
To reflect the importance of these technologies, we have added a dedicated Digital Twin track to the 2026 program. This track will feature Fortune 500 case studies, technical deep dives into 3D graphics, and discussions on how to manage the massive datasets that come with reality capture.
On the expo floor, the Reality Capture Pavilion will be the place to see the latest hardware. From LiDAR scanners and 360 cameras to the latest AI-powered sensors, visitors can see the tools that are building the digital world. This is a must-visit for anyone in AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction), manufacturing, or energy who needs to create accurate replicas of their physical assets.
Spotlighting Innovation: The Best Reality Capture Auggie
As the world’s #1 XR and AI community, we believe in celebrating the pioneers who push the industry forward. That is why we have added a new category to the Auggie Awards: Best Reality Capture Solution in partnership with Reality Capture Network (RCN). This award will celebrate the teams that are making it possible to digitize our world with the speed and precision that modern business demands.
Why the Enterprise Belongs at AWE
AWE is the only place where the entire ecosystem meets. It is where the people building the hardware (optics, haptics, sensors) meet the people building the software (AI, Digital Twins) and the enterprise leaders who put these tools to work.
If your goal is to move your organization toward a more efficient, spatial future, you need to see how these technologies intersect. You need to see how AI loves XR, and how reality capture provides the "eyes" for that AI to understand your business environment.
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Join Us in Long Beach
The spatial enterprise is here, and it is powered by the ability to map, simulate, and interact with our world in 3D. AWE USA 2026 is the biggest stage in the XR world to explore these advancements.
Join us from June 15 to 18 in Long Beach, California. Dive into the new Digital Twin track, visit the Reality Capture Pavilion, and see firsthand how Gaussian Splats and digital twins are empowering the next generation of human workers.
Build the future with us at #AWE2026.
AWE USA 2026
Long Beach, California
June 15 - 18, 2026
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