Fundamentals of Protective Relaying
Bldg: Bechtel Energy Building #3, 2105 CityWest Place, HOUSTON, Texas, United States, 77042OKC Section PES and IAS Chapter Meeting – Distinguished Speakers Series
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/442118USRP Software Defined Radio (SDR) Training
Room: A324, Bldg: Engineering Annex, Engineering Annex Bldg, 500 W. University Ave. - UTEP, El Paso, Texas, United States, 79968Week of Events
Generator Interconnection Workshop
Early registration has been extended by one week to October 8th! --------------------------------------------------------------- Miscellaneous Information Registration must be done on vTools. Registrations at the door will not be accepted. All cancellation and refund requests must be submitted to [email protected] prior to October 11, 2024. There will be a 20% processing fee charged for all refunds. Attendees are advised to bring a laptop or notebook. Power and wifi will be available. The workshop will be hosted by Burns & McDonnell. Speaker(s): Julia Matevosyan, Jenifer Fernandes, Ash Chakravarthy Bldg: Bridgepoint Building 4, Burns & McDonnell, 6200 Bridge Point Pkwy #400, Austin, Texas, United States
Fundamentals of Protective Relaying
This seminar offers participants a comprehensive introduction to the core objectives of electrical protection and control schemes, providing practical guidance on how to achieve these goals effectively. Attendees will gain insight into the fundamental ANSI protection functions and learn how to apply them in various protection schemes based on IEEE standards. The seminar will also explore the application of advanced features found in modern protective relays, including custom logic programming, COMTRADE data recording, advanced input/output (I/O) configurations, and modern communication protocols. By the end of the session, participants will have a solid foundation in protective relaying principles and a better understanding of how to leverage the advanced capabilities of today's relay technology. This course is ideal for engineers seeking a foundational understanding of relays. Co-sponsored by: Christopher Sanderson, SMIEEE Speaker(s): Matt Proctor, Agenda: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Dinner Served to all registered attendees. 6:15 pm - 6:30 pm: Annoucements 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Presentation Bldg: Bechtel Energy Building #3, 2105 CityWest Place, HOUSTON, Texas, United States, 77042
Compressive Ultrasound Imaging
Compressive Ultrasound Imaging
Abstract: Three-dimensional ultrasound is a powerful imaging technique, but it requires thousands of sensors and complex hardware. The discovery of compressive sensing has shown that the signal structure can be exploited to reduce the burden posed by traditional sensing requirements. In this talk, we will give an overview of how compressive sensing can be used in ultrasound imaging. As an extreme example, we have designed a simple ultrasound imaging device that can perform three-dimensional imaging using just a single ultrasound sensor. Our device makes a compressed measurement of the spatial ultrasound field using a plastic aperture mask placed in front of the ultrasound sensor. The aperture mask ensures that every pixel in the image is uniquely identifiable in the compressed measurement. Similar masks can also be used on existing ultrasound arrays to increase their coverage from two-dimensional to three-dimensional. Furthermore, we will discuss optimal mask designs as well as specialized algorithms that can reduce the complexity and memory requirements of the state of the art reconstruction methods. We demonstrate our designs with real experiments and illustrate that compressive ultrasound imaging can pave the way for cheaper, faster, simpler and smaller sensing devices with possible new clinical applications. Co-sponsored by: Rice University ECE Department Seminar Speaker(s): Geert Leus Agenda: Presentation at 4 to 5:00pm CST Room: Room 1070, Bldg: Duncan Hall, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, Texas, United States, 77005
Univac Defense Systems: From Codebreakers to Standard Military Computers From WWII to 1970
Univac Defense Systems: From Codebreakers to Standard Military Computers From WWII to 1970
This webinar presents the history of Military computers from the very first electromechanical codebreaking machines of WWII through the first Tube machines of the 1940s and early 1950s to the transistor & early integrated circuit machines of the late 1950s & 1960s. We learn of the roots of Univac Defense Systems (now part of Lockheed Martin) as the leading military computer company and how those roots were driven by the Navy’s OP-20-G communications intelligence group responsible for breaking Japanese, German, and Italian codes in WWII before becoming the NSA during the cold war. We watch the development of the Naval Tactical Data System, its computers, and how went on to serve Navy, Marines, Air Force, NASA, and FAA. Speaker(s): David Bondurant, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/441924
IEEE Central Texas Section ExComm Monthly Meeting
IEEE Central Texas Section ExComm Monthly Meeting
IEEE Central Texas Section Monthly ExCom Meeting Agenda: Officer Reports Committee Reports Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/436560
Tensor-low rank models for reinforcement learning
Tensor-low rank models for reinforcement learning
Abstract: Reinforcement Learning (RL) has emerged as a promising paradigm for addressing sequential optimization problems when the dynamics of the underlying systems are unknown. The primary objective in RL is to learn a policy that maximizes expected future rewards, or value functions. This is typically achieved through learning the optimal value functions or, alternatively, the optimal policy. The performance of RL algorithms is often limited by the choice of models used, which strongly depends on the specific problem. However, a common feature of many RL problems is that the optimal value functions and policies tend to be low rank. Motivated by this observation, this talk explores low-rank modeling as a general tool for RL problems. Specifically, we demonstrate how low-rank matrix and tensor models can approximate both value functions and policies. Additionally, we show how low-rank models can be applied to alternative setups, such as multi-task RL. This approach results in parsimonious algorithms that balance the rapid convergence of simple linear models with the high reward potential of neural networks. Co-sponsored by: Rice University ECE Department Seminar Speaker(s): Antonio G. Marques Agenda: Presentation at 4 to 5:00pm CST Room: Room 1064, Bldg: Duncan Hall, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, Texas, United States, 77005
LSS Excom November Meeting
LSS Excom November Meeting
November EXCOM Meeting Agenda: ExCom Agenda 6 November 2024 Call to Order & Introductions Secretary’s Report October ExCom Minutes Treasurer’s Report 2024 YTD Financial Status Member Development Elections Secretary Communications Conferences EMBS Workshop at Texas State University (6 December) 2025 Carnahan (ICCST) 2026 MILCOM 2025 IEEE 70th Holm Conference on Electrical Contacts (15-22 Oct 25) 2026 IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference & Exposition (22-26 Mar 26) 2027 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium (23-28 May 27) Government Relations Recent Events IEEE Day 140th Anniversary Celebration (29 September – 12 October) Upcoming Events Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Barn Door (5 December) Chapter & Affinity Group Roundtable Other New Business Action Items Help Wanted – Newsletter Editor, Awards Chair & others. Next Meeting: 5 December 2024 – Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Room: Lobby Conference Room, Bldg: Bldg 168, SwRI, San Antonio, Texas, United States
LSS EXCOM
LSS EXCOM
Monthly Lone Star Section Executive Committee Meeting Room: CR 1.102, Bldg: 168, Southwest Research Institute, 6220 Culebra Road, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78238, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/395081
Applying Machine Learning Technologies to Space-based Planetary Study
Applying Machine Learning Technologies to Space-based Planetary Study
Please join us as Chris Rampersad presents on example applications using open satellite data, and describe how ML technologies are helping us to better understand changes happening on the planet. The lecture will be held in DLC 1B70, Engineering Dr, Boulder, CO 80302 Chris is currently the vice president of engineering at EarthDaily Analytics – a vertically integrated software and analytics space company developing world-first technologies in data services, satellite processing, machine learning, and actionable insights. For more information about EarthDaily, you can navigate to their company website here – (https://earthdaily.com/). We hope to see you there! Speaker(s): , Chris Rampersad Room: DLC 1B70, Bldg: DLC, DLC 1B70, Engineering Dr, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302
Industry Speaker – Applying Machine Learning Technologies to Space-based Planetary Study
Industry Speaker – Applying Machine Learning Technologies to Space-based Planetary Study
The Denver/High Plains GRSS Chapter is excited to announce that it will be hosting an industry speaker on November 6th, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM MST at the University of Colorado Boulder. Please join us as Chris Rampersad presents on example applications using open satellite data, and describe how ML technologies are helping us to better understand changes happening on the planet. The lecture will be held in DLC 1B70, Engineering Dr, Boulder, CO 80302 Chris is currently the Vice President of Engineering at EarthDaily Analytics – a vertically integrated software and analytics space company developing world-first technologies in data services, satellite processing, machine learning, and actionable insights. For more information about EarthDaily, you can navigate to their company website here – (https://earthdaily.com/). We hope to see you there! Speaker(s): , Chris Rampersad Bldg: DLC 1B70, University of Colorado Boulder, Engineering Dr, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302
EMB Planning mtg
LSS LMAG Officers Planning Meeting
LSS LMAG Officers Planning Meeting
Planning for future meetings. Agenda: 11:30 Start Meeting 12:00 Lunch 1:30 end of meeting Room: Open Seating Area, Bldg: La Fonda, San Antonio, Texas, United States
OKC Section PES and IAS Chapter Meeting – Distinguished Speakers Series
OKC Section PES and IAS Chapter Meeting – Distinguished Speakers Series
Dear PES and IAS members, I am happy to announce the Distinguished Speaker Series. Our guest will be Professor Saeed Salehi, Herman Brown Chair in the Lyle School of Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU). Professor Salehi worked at the Melbourne School of Petroleum & Geological Engineering at The University of Oklahoma before joining SMU. The presentation topic will be "Upscaling Polluting Oil and Gas Assets for Renewable Energy Production." Details are provided in the attachment. To welcome our speaker, please join the session through the Zoom link below. Co-sponsored by: Robert Scolli Speaker(s): Saeed Salehi, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/442118
November IEEE Student Branch Round-Up
November IEEE Student Branch Round-Up
Join the Shreveport Section for our monthly virtual Student Branch Round-Up. Hear from fellow students and other schools about what's happening in our neck of the woods. We'll plan to have these on the first Thursday of each month. The virtual event is open to the public but is focused on students, so feel free to hop in! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/444141
USRP Software Defined Radio (SDR) Training
USRP Software Defined Radio (SDR) Training
Introduction to RF, wireless communications, and SDR in collaboration with National Instruments Attendees will gain a practical understanding of how to use RF, wireless communications, and SDR in various applications Co-sponsored by: Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Texas at El Paso Speaker(s): Neel Pandeya Agenda: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM in room Engineering Annex 324. Room: A324, Bldg: Engineering Annex, Engineering Annex Bldg, 500 W. University Ave. - UTEP, El Paso, Texas, United States, 79968
Exploring Career Paths in Power Engineering: Consulting Opportunities and Project Insights Across Infrastructure, Generation, and Renewables
Exploring Career Paths in Power Engineering: Consulting Opportunities and Project Insights Across Infrastructure, Generation, and Renewables
Join us for an insightful presentation on career paths in the power sector of electrical engineering, with a focus on opportunities in the consulting field. Industry experts Mike Sigman and Daren Beckloff will dive into key projects that shape the future of power engineering, including those in buildings, infrastructure, power generation, distribution, and renewable energy. This session will provide valuable insights into the diverse roles available in consulting, highlight real-world projects, and explore how electrical engineers contribute to sustainable energy solutions and modern infrastructure development. Whether you're an aspiring electrical engineer or looking to broaden your career horizons, this presentation will offer a clear view of the exciting opportunities ahead. Speaker(s): Daren Beckloff, Mike Sigman Room: 254, Bldg: EEP, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology , Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57701
Regular meeting of the IEEE EMB Chapter of the Lone Star Section, followed by a technical talk.
Regular meeting of the IEEE EMB Chapter of the Lone Star Section, followed by a technical talk.
There is a $15.00 charge for each registrant. Guests and non-members charge is $20.00 and Students are $5.00. Remainder of the tab will be picked up by the EMB. Speaker(s): TBD, Agenda: 11:30am: Business meeting: Call to order, minutes of last meeting, treasurer's report, new business, 12:00pm: Lunch 12:30pm: Technical talk and discussion 1::00pm: adjourn La Fonda Alamo Heights, 8633 Crownhill Blvd, San Antonio, Texas, United States
Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording
Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording
TBA Co-sponsored by: UCCS Speaker(s): Olle Heinonen Room: A204, Bldg: Osborne Center for Science and Engineering, 1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80918, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/442803
Xcel Energy Lacombe Substation Tour
Xcel Energy Lacombe Substation Tour
We will be visiting Xcel Energy's Lacombe substation. The tour will be guided by Xcel Energy PE, David Baca. PPE, including flame-resistant shirt, hard hat and safety glasses will be provided on site. It is required to wear Denim jeans or other flame-resistant pants. 2011 19th St, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80202