IEEE Region 5

James Mercier will be travelling to Colorado Springs all the way from Texas to share this Distinguished Lecture with us, and explain both how the Electrical and the Traffic Engineering involved to make this Bridge project functional. The event is a part of the IEEE Distinguished Lecturer program, which offers a list of renowned and exceptional lecturers who each possess specialist knowledge within their field.The Queen Isabela Causeway Bridge Collapse DetectionJames Mercier, PEIEEE Central Texas Section Treasurer & Senior Upgrade CoordinatorOn September 14, 2001, an errant barge damaged the bridge between Port Isabel and Padre Island in south Texas. Five people died when they drove off the opened bridge in the dark. After the structure was repaired and reopened, James Mercier was tasked with designing and installing a way of warning drivers that the bridge had been damaged. The system restored local confidence in the repaired structure.Enjoy a box lunch provided by Life Members group and tour the unique Peel House at First Lutheran - the former home of William and Patti Jewett. This mansion in the Old North End of Colorado Springs was built in 1905 and occupied a half city block including house, carriage house, and elegant gardens. The Jewett's built one of the first golf courses west of the Mississippi and donated it to the city - The Patty Jewett Golf Course. Today, it's known as the Peel House at First Lutheran housing meetings and conferences by local non-profits.Sign up soon, only 15 spots for this lunch meeting. Lunch boxes from Jersey Mike's Subs include chips and cookie. Water, Lemonade, Soft Drinks provided. If we exceed this number, please call me at 719-661-7889. We may be able to expand registration.Speaker(s): JimAgenda: LunchPresentationTour the House and GroundsBldg: Peel House, 1515 North Cascade , Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80907

All Section Officers, Chapter Officers, Affinity Group and Student Branch Officers are requested to attend to provide updates in respective areas and continue organization planning for future events.Co-sponsored by: Jeffrey WilsonOklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

You and our spouse or partner are invited to a special event on the evening of July 16. Pikes Peak is holding this special Dinner buffet catered by Paravicini Bistro, considered by some as the best Italian in Colorado Springs, at the elegantly restored 1905 Jewett Mansion in the historic North End neighborhood. Enjoy Penne Pomodoro, Rigatoni Carbonara, Chicken Parmigiana, and Meatballs along with Cannoli and Tiramisu. Tour the beautifully restored building that is now called The Peel House at First Lutheran.If you have achieved 10-years of accomplishments in our profession, you are in luck. Our special guest speaker in IEEE Distinguished Lecturer, James Mercier all the way from Central Texas Section (Austin). He will tell us why you should become a Senior member and join the inner circle of engineers and technologist of the IEEE. We will have a Senior Upgrade Panel available to meet with you after the talk to help you quickly complete the on-line forms and get the required nomination and technical endorsements. The results will be your Senior Membership and the plaque to commemorates your accomplishment.Please come early to network and socialize with others from Section. Dinner is served at 6:30 pm.Speaker(s): Jim, Agenda: Come Early To Look Around the House and GroundsNetworkingDinner and IntroductionsSo You Want to Become an IEEE Senior Member TalkBldg: The Peel House, 1515 North Cascade, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80907

This session on reliability engineering/technology will focus on reliability engineering as an engineering discipline and profession that is critical for today's complex and critical systems, and reliability technology as a constantly evolving technology in electrical/electronic/mechanical system design and development. This session will also focus on the history of IEEE reliability standards and the latest standards being developed by IEEE to move reliability engineering and technology further. Examples of IEEE reliability standards will be provided. Also, excerpts from my first book, Design for Reliability (DfR), by Raheja and Gullo, will be provided.Speaker(s): LouVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423704

All Section Officers, Chapter Officers, Affinity Group and Student Branch Officers are requested to attend to provide updates in respective areas and continue organization planning for future events. Co-sponsored by: Jeffrey Wilson Bldg: OGE Energy Technology Center, 12 Central Ave, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

After a short CTS Electron Devices Society business discusion - Dr. Anirban Bandyopadhyay will give a EDS Distinguished lecture highlighting the hardware challenges of future wireless connectivity and how innovations in RF technologies can address the above challenges citing examplesof technology differentiations covering both Silicon and III-V.Speaker(s): Dr. Anirban Bandyopadhyay Agenda: Time: July 17, at 5pm CSTThis event will be virtual at the link below Join Zoom Meetinghttps://txstate.zoom.us/j/5122456165Meeting ID: 512 245 6165Agenda:4:55PM CST: ZOOM link opened5:05 : Short Intrductory remarks by CTS EDS Chair: Dr. R. Droopad5:15 : Distinguished Lecture6:00 : Comments/Questions/ClosingVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/425711

On September 14, 2001, an errant barge damaged the bridge between Port Isabel and Padre Island in south Texas. Five people died when they drove off the opened bridge in the dark. After the structure was repaired and reopened, James Mercier was tasked with designing and installing a way of warning drivers that the bridge had been damaged. The system restored local confidence in the repaired structure.James will be travelling to the Mile High City all the way from Texas to share this story with us, and explain both how the Electrical and the Traffic Engineering involved to make this project functional. The event is a part of the IEEE Distinguished Lecturer program, which offers a list of renowned and exceptional lecturers who each possess specialist knowledge within their field.PDH certificate will be provided to attendees upon request.Food and beverages will be provided.Speaker(s): Mr. James J. Mercier, P.E.Agenda: 6:00 - 6:30 pm: Registration and networking6:30 - 7:00 pm: Drinks and food served7:00 - 8:00 pm: PresentationBldg: Office Evolution, 1580 Logan St, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80203

Monthly meeting of the Lone Star Section / Life Members Affinity Group meet on the third Thursday of most months at the La Fonda Restaurant, 8633 Crownhill Blvd, in San Antonio. Lunch costs $15.00. (We pay the balance and tip.)Speaker(s): Warren Connor, Agenda: 11:30 am Call to Order11:45 am Business12:00 pm Lunch & Presentation1 pm AjournSan Antonio , Texas, United States

We will be hosting a Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program poster session for the UA Power Group students.Please come join us to review the students' summer research results and enjoy some light snacks.The poster session will be from 2:00pm through 4:00pm.Room: Bell 3008, Bldg: Bell, 800 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR 72701, Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States, 72701

Join the local IEEE Lone Star Section Young Professionals community at our July LAN gaming social and networking event at the Boeing Center at Tech Port! We will be playing from strategy games such as Starcraft to classic first person shooters such as Quake III, Halo, and more starting at 5:30pm! Below is a short survey to choose your top 3 games we could jump into as well as our YP discord invite link.Survey for Top 3 games:https://forms.gle/QgRgiqWCgYWmXt34AFeel free to join our YP discord server to stay up-to-date on everything! (link valid until 15-July 2024, email us to request a new invite if needed!):https://discord.gg/8YuRmyveTech Port Esports Link: https://www.boeingcentertechport.com/venue-info/tech-port-esports/3331 General Hudnell Dr, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78226

Ms. Kendra Cook will be diving into the technology required for interplanetary space exploration through two case studies. She will discuss the technology currently being used on the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover, and the in-situ and remote sensing technology being developed for the Europa Clipper Mission that will launch in October.Speaker(s): Kendra Cook, Agenda: 6:00 to 6:05 PM - Open for participants to enter and network.6:05 to 6:10 PM - IEEE LM and CTCN Business meeting and to introduce speaker.6:10 to 7:30 PM - Formal Program and Q&A.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/425576

Mathematical Artificial IntelligenceBy Prof. Shui YuUniversity of Technology SydneyAbstract：Artificial Intelligence is a leading topic in both academia and industry, and explainable AI (XAI) is a critical and hot topic of the field. However, we noticed that XAI is not the core of the business, and we expect deterministic AI models. In this talk, we will report the current landscape of XAI, and then introduce the next stage after XAI – Mathematical AI (MAI). We will mainly present how the mathematical tools, such as differential geometry and group theory, are used build deterministic AI models. At the end of the talk, we will present some cases of the application of MAI. We hope the talk will shed light on the promising field for interested audience.Speaker(s): Dr. Shui YuAgenda: Friday, July 19, 20244:00pm - 5:15pm Pacific Time Seminar with Q&AA meeting link will be sent out to those who registered a few days ahead of the event.Any questions, please contact Dr. Zhensheng Zhang at [email protected]: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/426757

Meeting for general administration and operation of the Black Hills Subsection.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/425610

Fort Worth IEEE PES members, we will have our next IEEE PES meeting on July 23rd from 11:30am to 12:30pm. We have Shantam Chavan presenting on Enhancing Distribution Grid Reliability with advanced self powered reclosers.Room: 2500, 777 Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102

IEEE PI2 Austin, July 23, 2024, Tech Meeting In-Person 6 PM Central / 7 PM Eastern at Balcones Country ClubBalcones Country Club: 8600 Balcones Dr. Austin, TX 78750 **NEW LOCATION**Dinner and soft beverages will be provided for those with reservations. If you do not have a reservation you will not be able to eat.Cost, to defray the room, dinner and refreshments cost: Thank you in advance:IF REGISTERED IN ADVANCE (By July 16th, 2024)Members and Non-Members:Select Register & Pay now, $25.00 Paypal from your credit card when registering - you do not need a Paypal account to use it.Click through to the credit card/debit page.ORSelect Register Now and Pay Later and pay $25.00 cash or credit/debit with Square at the meeting. Please register in advance (skip the payment)IEEE Student Members:Free (must register in advance by July 16 with your IEEE member number) Skip the paymentAll registrants After July 16, 2024: Pay $30.00 at the the meeting in cashAttendees must be registered before the event for food accommodations. Unfortunately we are charged more for the meals after the advance registration dateFor PDH hours, please email the PI2 Secretary, Haley Hirschfield at HaleyHirschfeld.org or [email protected]: This talk will focus on different databases used for modern Artificial Intelligence solutions in Electric Power Systems. We will investigate various database structures, some being derivatives of the relational (SQL) database, and some examples of noSQL databases for processing of very large datasets. We will discuss the reasons for a variety of database designs and strategies used to improve querying performance. Every database example will be paired with an example of a real-life application of machine learning to an electric power system problem.Speaker(s): Robert Sorbet , Bldg: Balcones Country Club, 8600 Balcones Club Dr., Austin, Texas, United States, 78750

Space assets such as satellites, drones and spacecraft are increasingly attractive targets for adversaries ranging from individual hackers, to hacker groups and nation states. This rapid rise in the cyber threat landscape necessitates smarter cyber tools to stay ahead of our adversaries. In this talk, I will present the work being done by the Cyber Defense Engineering and Research (CDER) group at JPL in addressing cyber challenges as pertaining to JPL’s missions. I will specifically focus on our work combining model-based engineering and AI-based reasoning to build a unique capability for automated cyber risk assessments.Speaker(s): Dr. Arun VishwanathanVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423705

Get a one hour PDH certificate when you see Arc Flash SME Andrew Gusev present right here in Houston on July 10th!This meeting is for EEs who are new to arc flash and experienced EEs who want to learn about new arc flash technology and best practices.You will understand how to define the procedures and regulations for facilities and what often gets missed when calculating incident energy and arc flash boundaries. That information determines electrical components designed to minimize arc flash hazards and the personal protective equipment (PPE) per NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E.After the meeting, most people head over to The Powder Keg (right across the parking lot) for drinks and networking.[]Speaker(s): Andrew Gusev, Agenda: 5pm Beginning of meeting, announcements, introduction of speaker - Philip Mohn5:10pm Arc Flash Calculations Presentation - Andrew Gusev5:50pm Q&A6pm End of meetingJoin us afterwards at The Powder Keg right next door for our Networking Happy Hour!Room: Second Floor, Bldg: The Cannon West Houston, 1334 Brittmoore Rd , Suite 1327, Houston, Texas, United States, 77043

JOIN ON ZOOMNow more than ever, it is vital to have a plan in place that will protect your assets, provide for your family, and spare them the burden of unnecessary expenses, taxes and delays.During the webinar, we'll discuss:- How to control who gets what, when and how- How to avoid probate- Intestacy and how it affects estate distribution- The difference between a revocable or irrevocable trust- The importance of having a trust and life insurance policy if you're from a blended family -- 4 Strategies that could help reduce taxes- How to NOT disinherit your children and grandchildren because of divorce or other triggering event.- Invest according to the legacy you want to leave- Take full advantage of current tax law updates- Mitigate rising taxes affecting your cash flow.- Plan for the 3 major mistakes pre-retirees and retirees make when developing their estate plan.- Minimize taxes on your retirement income distributions- Protect yourself from rising health and long term care costsand more!Co-sponsored by: David SandhuSpeaker(s): David, MatthewAgenda: 12:00 Introduction12:05 Presentation Begins12:50 Q&AVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/426854

[]Speaker: Rui Ma, pSemiTopic: Digitization and Intelligence - Unlocking the Innovation of Future RadiosAbstract:To overcome the ever-increasing design challenges of radio front end for wireless communications, extensive research efforts have been devoted to advance the RF transmitters in recent years at both industry and academia. This talk provides an introduction on the innovations leading to more advanced digital and intelligent RF transmitters. First, an overview and the technical challenges on designing and implementation of All-digital transmitter will be introduced covering both hardware and software aspects, including active devices, switching-mode PA operation, efficient and spurious-free power encoding of signals. Then advanced techniques with demonstrators of All-digital transmitter and All-digital phased array will be showcased. In addition, Machine learning and AI techniques applied to enhance the agility and performance (i.e. operating bandwidth, efficiency, linearity) of (digital) radio transmitter will be highlighted. Perspectives on the future directions of radio transmitter towards a greener and smarter wireless communication will be shared at the end.Speaker Bio:Rui Ma received his Dr.-Ing. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Kassel, Kassel, Germany, in 2009.From 2007-to 2010, he was with the Microwave Electronics Labs at the University of Kassel as a Research Scientist working on transistor modeling and RF power amplifier design. From 2010-to 2012, he was a Senior Research Engineer with Nokia Siemens Networks, where he focused on the R&D of enabling power amplifier technologies for wideband radio at NSN Research Center in Beijing, China.From 2012 to 2022, he was with Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories in Cambridge, USA, where he was a Senior Principal Scientist of RF Research, responsible for technologies focused on power amplifiers, digital transmitters, 5G radio, as well as emerging applications of GaN. In 2013, he received the specification award by MIPI Alliance for the development of Analog Reference Interface (ACI) for Envelope Tracking eTrak specification. In 2019, he was awarded Mitsubishi Electric President Award for his contributions to GaN development and its RF applications.In July 2022, Dr. Ma joined pSemi, A Murata Company, where he is currently a Director of mmWave PA Systems.Dr. Ma is a senior member of IEEE and inventor or co-inventor for more than 25 U.S. patents and patent applications on RF-related topics. He serves MTT-S AdCom Committee since 2016. He is MTT Boston Chapter Chair since April 2018.Dr. Ma has also been a Visiting Scientist with THz Integrated Electronics Group at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from 2016 to 2021. He is an Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques, and Associate Editor of IEEE Journal of Electromagnetics, RF and Microwaves in Medicine and Biology.Date & Time: July 26, 2024, 10am-11amCost: FreeVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/427192

We will tour the Xcel Energy control center and substation located 18201 W 10th Ave, Golden, Co 80401. PPE will be provided at site for registered guests.18201 W 10th Ave, Golden, Colorado, United States, 80401

Come join us on Friday, 26Jul2024, for a tour of the Arvest Ballpark and stay for the game and fireworks show!We secured a group rate for tickets which cost $10 per person, Kids 3 and under are free.You should be able to pay for the ticket using the IEEE vTools system.We will need to give them a final ticket count by 12Jul2023.We will plan to meet at the Main Gate at 5pm for the tour, at which time they will scan our tickets, then meet with creative services coordinator.They will tour the controls for the Score Boards and Broadcast areas, along with other interesting communications and automation systems.Game Highlight (1): Fireworks FridayEnjoy the BEST in SIGHT and SOUND at Arvest Ballpark as Friday home games feature a spectacular fireworks show following the Naturals game. | Presented By Farm RichGame Highlight (2): Bullpen Party (5:45pm-6:45pm)Arrive early on Friday night for a Bullpen Party presented by Choctaw Casino & Resort - Pocola from 5:45pm until 6:45pm at The Bullpen concession stand.Room: Main Gate, 3000 Gene George Blvd, Springdale, Arkansas, United States, 72762

The latest McKinsey Global Survey on AI in May of 2024 concludes that 2023 was the year the world discovered generative AI (GenAI) and 2024 is the year organizations truly began using—and deriving business value from—this new technology. An incredible 65 percent of respondents report that their organizations are regularly using GenAI, which is nearly double the percentage from the previous survey just ten months before. Respondents’ expectations for gen AI’s impact remain as high with three-quarters predicting that gen AI will lead to significant or disruptive change in their industries in the years ahead.This session is an invaluable opportunity for business leaders like you to overcome your hesitation and uncertainty of AI. Mastering AI tools and techniques is not just about keeping pace with technology; it's about leveraging these advanced resources to fill in knowledge gaps, enhance decision-making, and drive productivity.Learning to utilize AI not only streamlines operations but also significantly boosts your capacity to deliver increased business outcomes, making you more valuable and a strategic asset to your organization. You will leave equipped with practical, actionable strategies that you can implement immediately, turning your uncertainty into confidence and empowering you to leverage AI effectively in your daily tasks.Speaker(s): Paul CarneyVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423706

Upcoming 2024 MOVE Operations Training OpportunitiesMOVE Operations Class – 3-part Virtual SeriesIEEE USA MOVE is offering a dynamic 3-part Virtual Operations Class essential for anyone gearing up for MOVE truck deployment, or with a keen interest in the program. New MOVE members must attend, and it's highly recommended for those who want to refresh their knowledge. We cover everything from deployment expectations to truck equipment and essential safety procedures. This virtual course spans three sessions, each lasting two hours. With the introduction of a third truck, we'll delve into the distinctions between the three.The Day 1 session will provide an overview of the MOVE truck operation for MOVE-1, MOVE-2 and MOVE-3 with a high-level understanding of truck operations, power systems, network systems and communications/radio systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed.The Day 2 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on truck operations, maintenance and power generations systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed.The Day 3 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on the networking and communications systems. An overview of the Cisco Meraki and radio systems operations and functionality will be provided. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed.Please use the following links to register for all three training sessions.This is a 3-part virtual class. Register to attend >>- Part 1: Tuesday, 30 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423831- Part 2: Wednesday, 31 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423833- Part 3: Thursday, 01 Aug 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423835There will be a test after the third session - material will be provided for the test.Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE ProgramVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423831

Embarking on a job hunt for executive or professional roles in 2024?Delve into the secrets of a successful job hunt and unlock the key trends shaping this year's employment scene. Elizabeth will unravel the mysteries surrounding the economic forecast, unveiling whether it's the perfect time to embark on a new career chapter or conduct a stealthy job search.Discover the cutting-edge resume strategies and gain an insider's perspective on what hiring managers are truly seeking in the talent they bring aboard. Don't miss out on this exclusive session where the future of your career awaits!Speaker(s): Elizabeth LionsAgenda: IEEE-USA's free webinars/events are designed to help you find your next job, maintain your career, negotiate an appropriate salary, understand ethical considerations in the workplace and learn about other career-building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profession.For information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast webinar archive, please visit: (https://ieeeusa.org/careers/webinars/)(https://newsletter.smartbrief.com/rest/sign-up/2479DAB0-4089-43E7-925D-86AE0C1E6244?campaign=e0d52cef)Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409085

Senior Membership: How to get it, Why you need it, and Why the Section needs it.IEEE Senior Membership is not difficult to apply for, but it does take some planning to get it right. James Mercier will explain the details one will need for a successful application and why one should apply. He will also discuss what the Senior Member Reference Writers’ true function is and what they each need to do to write an effective reference. James will also cover what is the Sr. Member Upgrade Coordinator and how to do the job, why the Section needs Senior Members, and my recommendations on a Senior Member Upgrade Event.We are planning to have Slim Chickens cater this event.Speaker(s): James J. Mercier, P.E. , Room: Joffe Conference Room, Bldg: ENRC, 700 Research Center Blvd, Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States, 72701, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/426059

Embarking on a job hunt for executive or professional roles in 2024? Delve into the secrets of a successful job hunt and unlock the key trends shaping this year's employment scene. Elizabeth will unravel the mysteries surrounding the economic forecast, unveiling whether it's the perfect time to embark on a new career chapter or conduct a stealthy job search. Discover the cutting-edge resume strategies and gain an insider's perspective on what hiring managers are truly seeking in the talent they bring aboard. Don't miss out on this exclusive session where the future of your career awaits! Speaker(s): Elizabeth Lions Agenda: IEEE-USA's free webinars/events are designed to help you find your next job, maintain your career, negotiate an appropriate salary, understand ethical considerations in the workplace and learn about other career-building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profession. For information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast webinar archive, please visit: (https://ieeeusa.org/careers/webinars/) (https://newsletter.smartbrief.com/rest/sign-up/2479DAB0-4089-43E7-925D-86AE0C1E6244?campaign=e0d52cef) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409085

Upcoming 2024 MOVE Operations Training OpportunitiesMOVE Operations Class – 3-part Virtual SeriesIEEE USA MOVE is offering a dynamic 3-part Virtual Operations Class essential for anyone gearing up for MOVE truck deployment, or with a keen interest in the program. New MOVE members must attend, and it's highly recommended for those who want to refresh their knowledge. We cover everything from deployment expectations to truck equipment and essential safety procedures. This virtual course spans three sessions, each lasting two hours. With the introduction of a third truck, we'll delve into the distinctions between the three.The Day 1 session will provide an overview of the MOVE truck operation for MOVE-1, MOVE-2 and MOVE-3 with a high-level understanding of truck operations, power systems, network systems and communications/radio systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed.The Day 2 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on truck operations, maintenance and power generations systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed.The Day 3 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on the networking and communications systems. An overview of the Cisco Meraki and radio systems operations and functionality will be provided. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed.Please use the following links to register for all three training sessions.This is a 3-part virtual class. Register to attend >>- Part 1: Tuesday, 30 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423831- Part 2: Wednesday, 31 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423833- Part 3: Thursday, 01 Aug 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423835There will be a test after the third session - material will be provided for the test.Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE ProgramVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423833