BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//International MOVE Community Outreach - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:International MOVE Community Outreach X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://move.ieee.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for International MOVE Community Outreach REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T170000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240220T050654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T094055Z UID:3574-1711036800-1711040400@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Clarifying the Path to Become a Professional Engineer DESCRIPTION:Join us in this fruitful webinar to learn more about the required procedures on obtaining your professional engineering license. Speaker(s): Tracey Caruana\, Sami Lamrad Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406602 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/clarifying-the-path-to-become-a-professional-engineer/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406602 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T210000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240318T093908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T093908Z UID:3656-1710792000-1710795600@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Canada LMAG Chair Teleconference March\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:R7 LMAG Executive Teleconference – MONTHLY MEETING\nAgenda:\nCanada LMC Chair Comments\nMGA LMC Member Comments\nIntroduction of new 2024 Canada LMC Chair – Dirk Werle\nSection Reports and Sharing\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413017 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/canada-lmag-chair-teleconference-march-2024/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413017 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240316T164500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T180000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240304T071443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T085401Z UID:3611-1710607500-1710612000@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Vancouver TALK 23: Some Insights on Railway Technology DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Paul Clegg\, Retired Director of Network Transactions\, Canadian Pacific Railway Abstract: The topics will include the following: · Why is standard gauge such an unusual measurement 4′ 81/2″? · Backward compatibility – air brakes · The MacDonald Tunnel – ventilation for more than exhaust gas · Hybrid Locomotives – generating electricity from coal rolling down hill · Distributed Power – NASA meets the railroad · Efficiency of the steel wheel & continuous profile . Bio: Paul Clegg\, Calgary\, Alberta\, is the retired Director of Network Transactions for Canadian Pacific Railway. Registration is optional\, but we want to know who to expect. 10:00 AM P.D.T. You can log in at 9:45 AM (12:45 PM Montreal) to check connection and say hello. All IEEE members are welcome\, especially those Life Members that don’t have a local Affinity Group. We are looking for speakers for the rest of the year\, contact Carl Zanon if interested. Speaker(s): Paul Clegg Agenda: 9:45 AM Zoom opens 10:00 AM Welcome and speaker introduction 10:05 AM Speaker Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409861 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/vancouver-talk-23-some-insights-on-railway-technology/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409861 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T220000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240314T230000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240308T080652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T085238Z UID:3620-1710453600-1710457200@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Unlocking Your Cloud Potential: Skills\, Careers\, and Insider Tips for Success DESCRIPTION:[] Join Alexandre Debargis as he shares their journey into cloud computing\, demystifying the world of Google and offering valuable insights into this exciting field. Discover diverse cloud career paths\, essential skills to master\, and practical tips for breaking into top tech companies like Google and other FAANG giants. Get ready to transform your career trajectory! Rejoignez Alexandre Debargis qui partage son parcours dans l’informatique dématérialisée\, en démystifiant le monde de Google et en offrant de précieuses informations sur ce domaine passionnant. Découvrez divers parcours professionnels dans l’informatique dématérialisée\, les compétences essentielles à maîtriser et des conseils pratiques pour percer dans des entreprises technologiques de premier plan telles que Google et d’autres géants du secteur FAANG. Préparez-vous à transformer votre trajectoire professionnelle ! Co-sponsored by: INRS Speaker(s): \, Alexandre Debargis Room: Bureau 6900 – 6th floor\, 800 Rue De la Gauchetière O\, Montréal\, QC\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H5A1K6\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/410520 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/unlocking-your-cloud-potential-skills-careers-and-insider-tips-for-success/ LOCATION:Room: Bureau 6900 – 6th floor\, 800 Rue De la Gauchetière O\, Montréal\, QC\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H5A1K6\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/410520 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240313T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240313T180000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240227T055811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T085151Z UID:3593-1710349200-1710352800@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Mid-infrared Transmitter and Receiver for Free Space Optical SatCom DESCRIPTION:Mid-infrared Transmitter and Receiver for Free Space Optical SatCom Abstract – In this talk\, we review efforts of the Xu research group at McMaster to implement a C-band to mid-infrared (3.4-3.5 micron) transmitter and receiver pair. This is accomplished via difference frequency generation and sum frequency generation for the transmitter and receiver modules\, respectively. We will go over professional packaging progress\, project outcomes\, and discuss the significant improvement in conversion efficiency over the reported literature thanks to the intracavity design. Additionally\, a link budget model for the C-band and mid-infrared are compared to evaluate pros and cons of potentially adopting mid-infrared for satellite communications\, as well as any adjacent applications for the modules. ———————————————————————— Émetteur et récepteur infrarouge moyen pour SatCom optique en espace libre Résumé – Dans cet exposé\, nous passons en revue les efforts du groupe de recherche Xu à McMaster pour mettre en œuvre une paire émetteur et récepteur en bande C vers l’infrarouge moyen (3\,4-3\,5 microns). Ceci est accompli via la génération de fréquence différentielle et la génération de fréquence somme pour les modules émetteur et récepteur\, respectivement. Nous passerons en revue les progrès de l’emballage professionnel\, les résultats du projet et discuterons de l’amélioration significative de l’efficacité de conversion par rapport à la littérature rapportée grâce à la conception intracavité. De plus\, un modèle de bilan de liaison pour la bande C et l’infrarouge moyen est comparé pour évaluer les avantages et les inconvénients de l’adoption potentielle de l’infrarouge moyen pour les communications par satellite\, ainsi que de toute application adjacente pour les modules. About / A propos The High Throughput and Secure Networks (HTSN) Challenge program is hosting regular virtual seminar series to promote scientific information sharing\, discussions\, and interactions between researchers. https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/research-collaboration/programs/high-throughput-secure-networks-challenge-program Le programme Réseaux Sécurisés à Haut Débit (RSHD) organise régulièrement des séries de séminaires virtuels pour promouvoir le partage d’informations scientifiques\, les discussions et les interactions entre chercheurs. https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/recherche-developpement/recherche-collaboration/programmes/programme-defi-reseaux-securises-haut-debit Co-sponsored by: National Research Council\, Canada. Optonique. Speaker(s): Liam Flannigan\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/408858 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/mid-infrared-transmitter-and-receiver-for-free-space-optical-satcom/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/408858 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240308T230000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T020000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240221T051119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T080653Z UID:3581-1709938800-1709949600@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:IEEE Montréal - Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Chairs and Officers of all Chapters\, Affinity Groups (WIE\, YP\, IR\, Humanitarian\, etc…)\, Student Branches\, Counselors\, Ambassadors\, and ExCom: Please join us online for a meeting on March\, from 18:00 to 20:30 . This meeting is a chance to get together virtually\, discuss accomplishments of the previous period\, and plan for the future events. It would be great if everyone could make an effort and attend the meeting – we want to hear from you! Room: L-3816 – Pavillon Lassonde\, Bldg: Pavillon Lassonde\, 2700 Ch de la Tour\, Montréal\,\, Montréal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3T 1J4 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/ieee-montreal-board-meeting-21/ LOCATION:Room: L-3816 – Pavillon Lassonde\, Bldg: Pavillon Lassonde\, 2700 Ch de la Tour\, Montréal\,\, Montréal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3T 1J4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T180000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240229T061643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T080751Z UID:3600-1709744400-1709748000@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Exploring Career and Entrepreneurial Opportunities in STEM DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Exploring Career and Entrepreneurial Opportunities in STEM 🗓️ Date: March 06\, 2024🕒 Time: 12h00 – 1h00PM Eastern Time (UTC-05:00) Join us for an insightful webinar as we delve into the diverse and dynamic world of STEM careers and entrepreneurial ventures. Our distinguished speakers\, experts in their respective fields\, will share their experiences\, expertise\, and perspectives on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Mathematics. 🔊 Speakers: Anne-Pascale Richardson – Program Director\, AquaHacking Challenge\, North America. Hakimeh Purmehdi – Project Lead and Senior Data Scientist\, Ericsson Global AI Accelerator. 🎓 Who should attend: – Students and Graduates in STEM fields. – Professionals aiming at evolution or exploring career transitions. – Entrepreneurs and Innovators in STEM-related industries. 🖥️ How to Join: Vtools: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/event/register/409255 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and inspiration for your journey in STEM. Register now to secure your spot in this enriching exploration of Career and Entrepreneurial Opportunities in STEM! Speaker(s): Anne-Pascale Richardson\, Purmehdi Agenda: 12h00 Welcome talk and IEEE WIE Introduction 12h05 Career path of Anne-Pascale 12h20 Career path of Hakimeh 30 min of discussion and Q&A Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409255 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/exploring-career-and-entrepreneurial-opportunities-in-stem/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409255 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T180000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240216T041258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T080751Z UID:3557-1709744400-1709748000@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:High Altitude Platform Stations in Stratosphere: Towards an Integrated Network of Networks DESCRIPTION:The NTN (non-terrestrial networks) expression has been used to refer to the satellite communications paradigm almost exclusively until recently. It is now increasingly acknowledged that within NTN\, there are separate satellite\, HAPS (high altitude platform station)\, and UAS (unscrewed aerial systems) paradigms with their own special dynamics. NTN is not only for connectivity; the framework includes connectivity\, computing\, edge intelligence\, surveillance\, security\, sensing\, monitoring\, positioning\, localization\, navigation\, and more. The humanity will demonstrate its full potential in every dimension (economic prosperity\, wellbeing\, equal opportunity\, environmental\, and more)\, when the communities get ultra-connected with a sustainable\, reliable\, resilient\, intelligent\, green/clean/eco-friendly\, secure\, ubiquitous & affordable\, and ultra high-speed “network of networks” with terrestrial (6G and beyond) and non-terrestrial (space and stratospheric) components. NTN will arguably be one of the most prominent aspects of 6G. This discussion will continue throughout the 2030s as well in the beyond-6G era. Join us in fruitful talk by Prof. Halim Yanikomeroglu to learn more about this interesting topic. Speaker(s): Dr. Halim Yanikomeroglu\, Room: RBCx Finance Quarter Room\, Bldg: Hub 350\, 350 Legget Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada\, ON K2K 0G7 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/high-altitude-platform-stations-in-stratosphere-towards-an-integrated-network-of-networks/ LOCATION:Room: RBCx Finance Quarter Room\, Bldg: Hub 350\, 350 Legget Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada\, ON K2K 0G7 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T193000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240123T000805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T061644Z UID:3470-1709229600-1709235000@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Photonics for artificial intelligence and neuromorphic computing: classical to quantum DESCRIPTION:Abstract : Artificial intelligence (AI) powered by neural networks has enabled applications in many fields (medicine\, finance\, autonomous vehicles). Digital implementations of neural networks are limited in speed and energy efficiency. Neuromorphic photonics aims to build processors that use light and photonic device physics to mimic neurons and synapses in the brain for distributed and parallel processing while offering sub-nanosecond latencies and extending the domain of AI and neuromorphic computing applications. We will discuss photonic neural networks enabled by CMOS-compatible silicon photonics. We will highlight applications that require low latency and high bandwidth\, including wideband radio-frequency signal processing\, fiber-optic communications\, and nonlinear programming (solving optimization problems). We will briefly introduce a quantum photonic neural network that can learn to act as near-perfect components of quantum technologies and discuss the role of weak nonlinearities. Speaker(s): Prof. Bhavin Shastri\, Bldg: McConnell Engineering building\, \, Room MD 497\, 4th floor\, 817 Sherbrooke St W\, \, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0C3 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/photonics-for-artificial-intelligence-and-neuromorphic-computing-classical-to-quantum/ LOCATION:Bldg: McConnell Engineering building\, \, Room MD 497\, 4th floor\, 817 Sherbrooke St W\, \, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0C3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T230000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T010000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240221T051119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T055804Z UID:3579-1709161200-1709168400@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:The first Canadian Superconducting Quantum Computer for Public Research DESCRIPTION:The making of MonarQ: The first Canadian Superconducting Quantum Computer for Public Research. Quantum Computing is an exciting and emerging technology which holds great promise for humanity. In this seminar\, we briefly overview quantum computing technology and its potential applications. We will then describe the architecture and subsystems that make MonarQ\, the first Canadian superconducting quantum computer to be delivered this year to CalculQuebec for public research. Co-sponsored by: Reza Soleymani Speaker(s): Najafi Yazdi\, Room: EV002.260\, Bldg: Electrical & Computer Engineering Department\, Concordia University\, 1515 Ste. Catherine West\, MONTREAL\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3G 1M8 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/the-first-canadian-superconducting-quantum-computer-for-public-research/ LOCATION:Room: EV002.260\, Bldg: Electrical & Computer Engineering Department\, Concordia University\, 1515 Ste. Catherine West\, MONTREAL\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3G 1M8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T223000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T000000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240131T012721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T055811Z UID:3503-1709073000-1709078400@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Protection and Controls :The Brains of a Substation DESCRIPTION:This seminar will explore the main types and principal technical aspects of AC High Voltage Substations. The focus will be on understanding the main components\, configurations\, arrangements\, and the typical steps that engineers have to take during the development of a typical distribution substation project. The seminar will also discuss the pivotal role of Protection and Controls (P&C) subsystems and how it interacts with and protects each piece of major equipment in a substation. A comprehensive review of the basics of Relay Protection will also be featured\, and practical examples of real project diagrams and schemes will also be shown. In essence\, the seminar will present valuable insights into the fascinating world of high voltage substations engineering and answer the question: Why the P&C subsystems can be considered the brains of any substation? Speaker(s): Madjer Santos\, Agenda: – Networking and coffee Time: 5:30 to 6:00 PM – Presentation Time: 6:00 to 6:50 PM – Q and A time: 6:50 to 7:00 PM Room: D-3025\, Bldg: Pavillon D\, École de technologie supérieure\, 1219 William St\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3C 1R1 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/protection-and-controls-the-brains-of-a-substation/ LOCATION:Room: D-3025\, Bldg: Pavillon D\, École de technologie supérieure\, 1219 William St\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3C 1R1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240222T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240222T184500 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240216T041258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T051215Z UID:3555-1708624800-1708627500@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Les stagiaires en entreprise: comment en faire une expérience à succès? DESCRIPTION:Rejoignez-nous pour apprendre davantage sur les aides financières et logistique\, les outils pour l’identification des compétences des stagiaires et la formation des superviseurs\, ainsi que les bonnes pratiques pour une intégration efficace des stagiaires. Ce webinaire est pertinent aux responsables RH et gestionnaires de stage. Co-sponsored by: Optonique. Speaker(s): Cindy Leclerc\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406929 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/reussir-avec-des-stagiaires-les-aides-les-outils-et-les-bons-coups/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406929 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240217T174500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240217T190000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240205T015441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T042941Z UID:3525-1708191900-1708196400@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Vancouver TALK 22: Innovative Proton Beam Applications at TRIUMF DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr Ewart Blackmore\, Former Head of the Accelerator Technology Division\, TRIUMF Abstract: The presentation will describe applications of the TRIUMF cyclotron beams for cancer therapy\, radiation effect testing of electronics and the production of medical isotopes. Although the TRIUMF cyclotron was initially built for basic research in nuclear and particle physics\, there have been a number of practical applications of the proton beams. These include the treatment of cancers of the eye\, radiation testing of electronics and materials for space\, aircraft and ground level effects and the production of medical isotopes. Bio: Ewart Blackmore received his Ph.D. in nuclear physics from the University of British Columbia in 1967 after a B.Sc. in engineering physics from Queen’s University. He joined TRIUMF in 1969 and was an important member of the team that built the 500 MeV cyclotron. At TRIUMF he has worked in accelerator technology\, instrumentation for particle and nuclear physics research\, applications of particle beams as well as being the engineering division head for many years. From 1995-2007 he was project leader for Canada’s $41.5 million contribution of accelerator components to the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. Since 1995 he also developed the TRIUMF proton therapy facility and the proton and neutron radiation test facilities. Present research activities involve the use of muons and low energy protons for SEE testing. Registration is optional\, but we want to know who to expect. 10:00 AM P.D.T. You can log in at 9:45 AM (12:45 PM Montreal) to check connection and say hello.All IEEE members are welcome\, especially those Life Members that don’t have a local Affinity Group. We are looking for speakers for the rest of the year\, contact Carl Zanon if interested. Speaker(s): Dr. Ewart Blackmore\, Agenda: 9:45 AM Zoom opens 10:00 AM Welcome and speaker introduction 10:05 AM Speaker Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/402325 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/vancouver-talk-22-innovative-proton-beam-applications-at-triumf/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/402325 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240208T210000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240208T230000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240122T000810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T025947Z UID:3465-1707426000-1707433200@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Managing Our Digital Identities DESCRIPTION:The digital identity domain is transforming fast with versatile options\, especially through biometrics like face\, voice\, heartbeat\, and fingerprint. How can we manage all our digital identities securely and efficiently? And how much we can rely on these? For example\, how does a video selfie instantly tell our age? Is it possible to fake our facial identities by just putting on a mask\, as we see in some movies? To know and ask more\, join us virtually or in person at the 4th Space in Concordia University on 8 February\, for an interactive discussion. This event is supported by the IEEE Canada Foundation. Co-sponsored by: IEEE Canada Foundation Bldg: Library Building\, Concordia University\, 4th Space\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/401380 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/managing-our-digital-identities/ LOCATION:Bldg: Library Building\, Concordia University\, 4th Space\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/401380 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240206T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240206T190000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240112T233251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T024953Z UID:3445-1707242400-1707246000@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Fiber Attach: Technical progress within IEEE Standards DESCRIPTION:The IEEE Photonics Society / Standards Committee recently published a whitepaper on Fiber Attach. Transmission of light between or in and out of any photonic platform normally requires attachment to a fiber that is used as a flexible optical waveguide. An effective fiber attach involves many requirements and metrics that have so far involved decades of research. The presentation will cover the whitepaper in detail\, some technical background\, the path forward\, and how to become involved. Co-sponsored by: National Research Council\, Canada. Optonique. Speaker(s): John S. Mazurowski\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/399396 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/fiber-attach-technical-progress-within-ieee-standards/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/399396 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240124T213000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240124T223000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240117T234323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T000805Z UID:3458-1706131800-1706135400@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Interaction-Centered Design: Frontier of Trustworthy Human-Autonomy Teaming DESCRIPTION:The Montreal Chapter of the IEEE Signal Processing Society\, in collaboration with STARaCom\, cordially invites you to attend the following talk to be given (in presence) at McGill University by Dr. Ming Hou\, from Defense Research and Development Canada (Ottawa). Speaker(s): Dr. Ming Hou Room: 603\, Bldg: McConnell Engineering\, 3480 University\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0E9 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/interaction-centered-design-frontier-of-trustworthy-human-autonomy-teaming/ LOCATION:Room: 603\, Bldg: McConnell Engineering\, 3480 University\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0E9 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240120T174500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240120T190000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240108T230941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T235617Z UID:3436-1705772700-1705777200@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Vancouver TALK #21: Generative AI – Opportunities and Challenges DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Abhijit Sen\, Professor of Computing Science and Information Technology Kwantlen Polytechnic University\, BC\, Canada Registration is optional\, but we want to know who to expect. 10:00 AM P.D.T. You can log in at 9:45 AM (12:45 PM Montreal) to check connection and say hello.All IEEE members are welcome\, especially those Life Members that don’t have a local Affinity Group. We are looking for speakers for 2024. Contact Carl Zanon if interested. Speaker(s): Abhijit\, Agenda: 9:45 AM Zoom opens 10:00 AM Welcome and speaker introduction 10:05 AM Speaker Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/399416 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/vancouver-talk-21-generative-ai-opportunities-and-challenges/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/399416 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240119T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240119T020000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231207T172346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T235826Z UID:3384-1705622400-1705629600@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Arduino Tutorial Part II DESCRIPTION:Description 💻 Control your world through your programming! Come to our Part II Arduino workshop where you will learn advanced techniques of programming and using the Arduino microprocessor\, how to use its various features and how to connect various external components to the Arduino. Through this handy little microcontroller\, you’ll be able to automate tasks and unlock a whole new world of DIY projects to bring your ideas to life! In this workshop\, we will provide all the tools you need to start playing around with the Arduino — except a laptop. This followup Part II workshop is on more advanced Arduino topics. If you want to continue using the Arduino after the workshops\, you can come visit the lab or ask us about where to buy the components. ⚠️ Important Info ⚠️ This workshop will cost $5 and payment can be made via e-transfer or cash at the door. There will be free pizza and drinks at the end! 🍕 Please bring your own computer with the Arduino IDE​ installed. Your computer will connect via USB-A to the Arduino. Please bring an adapter if your computer does not have a USB-A port. Room: Room 1050\, Bldg: Wong Building\, 3610 University St\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0C5 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/arduino-tutorial-part-ii/ LOCATION:Room: Room 1050\, Bldg: Wong Building\, 3610 University St\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0C5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T213000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240116T233644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T233645Z UID:3453-1705519800-1705527000@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:DC Fast Charging vs. Wireless Charging: Challenges and Opportunities from a Power Conversion Perspective DESCRIPTION:This talk will explore and compare power conversion systems for wireless charging and DC fast charging. The focus will be on understanding the key technologies\, efficiency\, and practical implications of these systems. The talk will present an in-depth analysis of power conversion systems for both wireless charging and DC fast charging applications. A comprehensive review of existing technologies\, their advantages\, and limitations will be explained. Optimal solutions for various scenarios\, considering efficiency\, cost\, and environmental impact will also be presented. In essence\, the talk will present valuable insights into the evolving field of EV charging infrastructure and wireless power transfer systems. Speaker(s): Prof. Sheldon Williamson\, IEEE Fellow\, Room: EV003.309\, Bldg: Concordia Engineering And Visual Arts (EV) Building\, 1515 Saint-Catherine St W\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3G2W1 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/dc-fast-charging-vs-wireless-charging-challenges-and-opportunities-from-a-power-conversion-perspective/ LOCATION:Room: EV003.309\, Bldg: Concordia Engineering And Visual Arts (EV) Building\, 1515 Saint-Catherine St W\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3G2W1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T020000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231207T172346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T233645Z UID:3382-1705449600-1705456800@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Arduino Tutorial Part I DESCRIPTION:Description 💻 Control your world through your programming! Come to our Part I Arduino workshop where you will learn the basics of programming the Arduino\, how to use its various features and how to connect your own circuits to the Arduino. Through this handy little microcontroller\, you’ll be able to automate tasks and unlock a whole new world of DIY projects to bring your ideas to life! In this workshop\, we will provide all the tools you need to start playing around with the Arduino — except a laptop. A subsequent Part II workshop on more advanced Arduino topics will be held two days after. If you want to continue using the Arduino after the workshops\, you can come visit the lab or ask us about where to buy the components. ⚠️ Important Info ⚠️ This workshop will cost $5 and payment can be made via e-transfer or cash at the door . There will be free pizza and drinks at the end! 🍕 Please bring your own computer with the Arduino IDE​ installed. Your computer will connect via USB-A to the Arduino. Please bring an adapter if your computer does not have a USB-A port. Room: 1050\, Bldg: Wong Building\, 3610 University St\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0C5 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/arduino-tutorial-part-i/ LOCATION:Room: 1050\, Bldg: Wong Building\, 3610 University St\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3A 0C5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240111T230000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240112T003000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20240102T213958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T232229Z UID:3426-1705014000-1705019400@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Frequency-Domain Cross-Layer Diversity Techniques - Efficient Ways of Coping with Lost Packets in Broadband Wireless Systems DESCRIPTION:The design of broadband wireless communications presents considerable challenges. The propagation conditions can be very hostile (e.g.\, highly dispersive channels and/or deep fading or shadowing effects). This is especially true for systems operating in mm-wave conditions\, where one must rely in LoS and/or reflected rays. Moreover\, these systems are expected to have power and spectral efficiencies\, together with high QoS requirements. There are also implementation complexity constraints\, especially at the mobile terminals. Prefix-assisted block transmission techniques combined with frequency-domain detection are known to be suitable for high rate transmission over severely time-dispersive channels. The most popular modulations based on this concept are OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiplexing) and SC-FDE (Single-Carrier with Frequency-Domain Equalization). However\, the severe propagation conditions in multiuser wireless systems make it likely that a non-negligible fraction of the transmitted packets will be lost\, either due to deep fading/shadowing effects or due to collisions in the MAC (Medium Access Control) phase. The traditional approach to cope with lost packets is to drop them and ask for its retransmission. However\, even packets with a large number of bit errors have useful information on the transmitted blocks that can be employed to improve the detection performance. To take advantage of this\, we need to employ a cross-layer approach combining PHY\, MAC and LLC layer aspects to cope with lost packets. In this talk we show how we can design powerful cross-layer network diversity techniques specially designed for broadband wireless systems employing block transmission techniques combined with frequency domain detection. Speaker(s): Rui Dinis Room: EV003.309\, Concordia University\, 1515 Ste. Catherine West\, MONTREAL\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3G 1M8 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/frequency-domain-cross-layer-diversity-techniques-efficient-ways-of-coping-with-lost-packets-in-broadband-wireless-systems/ LOCATION:Room: EV003.309\, Concordia University\, 1515 Ste. Catherine West\, MONTREAL\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3G 1M8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231221T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231221T190000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231218T192256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T193721Z UID:3407-1703181600-1703185200@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:An overview of three educational kits showcasing ethical and responsible use of AI to solve societal issues DESCRIPTION:This presentation will provide an overview of three hands-on educational kits that showcase how ethical and responsible AI can be used in the classroom to tackle a societal issue. These pedagogical kits were developed by a team from John Abbott College and Concordia University with funding from the PIA (Pôle montréalais d’enseignement supérieure en intelligence artificielle). The activities can be used as course components or as a stand-alone series of workshops intended for students with introductory to intermediate programming skills. Speaker(s): Mauricio Buschinelli\, Kristen Irvine Agenda: 1pm – Project Team Introduction 1:05pm – Presentation 1:45pm – Q&A 1:55pm – Final Considerations and Meeting Adjournment Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/391802 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/a-practical-introduction-to-ai-through-educational-kits/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/391802 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231218T210000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231218T220000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231218T192255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T192255Z UID:3405-1702933200-1702936800@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:LMAG Chair Teleconference Agenda 2023-Dec 18 at 4:00 PM (EST) DESCRIPTION:R7 LMAG Executive Teleconference – MONTHLY MEETING Oakville\, Ontario\, Canada\, L6H 2B1\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/391696 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/lmag-chair-teleconference-agenda-2023-dec-18-at-400-pm-est/ LOCATION:Oakville\, Ontario\, Canada\, L6H 2B1\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/391696 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231216T174500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231216T190000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231206T171113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T190110Z UID:3375-1702748700-1702753200@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Vancouver TALK #20: Disaster Management Up Close and Personal; West Kelowna Wildfire 2023 DESCRIPTION:Speaker: S. Carl Zanon\, Senior Member\, Chair LMAG of IEEE Vancouver Section Registration is optional\, but we want to know who to expect. 10:00 AM P.D.T. You can log in at 9:45 AM (12:45 PM Montreal) to check connection and say hello.All IEEE members are welcome\, especially those Life Members that don’t have a local Affinity Group. We are looking for speakers for 2024. Contact Carl Zanon if interested. Speaker(s): Carl Zanon\, Agenda: 9:45 AM Zoom opens 10:00 AM Welcome and speaker introduction 10:05 AM Speaker Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388900 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/vancouver-talk-20-disaster-management-up-close-and-personal-west-kelowna-wildfire-2023/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388900 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231215T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231215T160000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231206T171113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T185304Z UID:3373-1702652400-1702656000@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Satellite IoT: Architectures\, Technologies\, and Systems DESCRIPTION:5G and 6G mobile communication systems will encompass a Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) that will include different satellite systems (LEO including cubesats/MEO/GEO) as well as High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS) in the stratosphere and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) to cover remote areas that otherwise could not have access to the Internet. IoT via NTN is very important for a wide range of applications such as Earth monitoring\, smart agriculture\, pollution control\, sea monitoring\, and disaster management. In a first part\, this seminar will investigate various architectural and networking options for collecting IoT data via satellite. Moreover\, a second part of the seminar will address and compare two important technologies NB-IoT (part of 5G NTN specification according to 3GPP Release 17) and LoRa/LoRaWAN (including the LR-FHSS alternative for satellite systems). Finally\, a review of current satellite IoT systems supporting NB-IoT or LoRa/LR-FHSS will be provided. Speaker(s): Giovanni Giambene\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388859 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/satellite-iot-architectures-technologies-and-systems/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231215T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231215T013000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231204T165311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T185304Z UID:3363-1702598400-1702603800@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:The Chip Act: A New Era in US Semiconductors DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Global Webinar co-sponsored by Pikes Peak Section and Panama Computer Society Chapter and co-hosted by a number of Chapters worldwide. The Chip Act: A New Era in US Semiconductors David Bondurant\, Vertical Memory Matt Francis\, Ozark IC This presentation will review 50-years of Semiconductor and Computer developments and historical competition between countries that developed. We observe the historical scaling of semiconductors (Moore’s Law) and the fact the Moore’s Law scaling is reaching it’s end. We review Beyond Moore changes to semiconductor processing and packaging technology required to continue computer performance improvement and why control of leading edge semiconductor and packaging manufacturing is now strategic. The Chip Act is the United States response to demands of Beyond Moore requirements and need to bring manufacturing closer to home. We review the Chip Act and update on it’s developments during 2023. Speaker(s): David\, Matt\, Agenda: Welcome Presentation Discussion and Questions Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388526 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/the-chip-act-a-new-era-in-us-semiconductors/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388526 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T233000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231214T010000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231204T165311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T184344Z UID:3361-1702510200-1702515600@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Webinar: OpenPMU\, PTP\, and Time Synchronised Sampled Values - The Data Hoarder’s Approach DESCRIPTION:Webinar presented by the IEEE Montreal Section Power & Energy Chapter and IEEE Northern Canada PES/IAS Joint Chapter. Abstract: “When you can measure what you are speaking about and express it in numbers\, you know something about it.” – Lord Kelvin. Synchronized measurement technology\, specifically the Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU)\, has provided tremendous insight into power system phenomena over the last few decades. However\, the PMU is an instrument not well understood by many who utilize its measurements. The time-synchronized phasor\, or synchrophasor\, is a double-edged sword. On one hand\, it has made it possible to apply classical methods of power system analysis to “real” data from actual systems. On the other hand\, the synchrophasor eliminates all the nuances of the voltage or current waveform present in the sampled values from which it is estimated. What if we keep all of the time-synchronized sampled value (TSSV) data and use that for our studies? Building machines capable of doing this is more than feasible. This talk will discuss the approaches and challenges that engineers pursuing this strategy face\, particularly the not-so-small matter of the many terabytes of data such a system will create\, with “needle in a haystack” levels of useful information. The talk will describe an effort on the island of Ireland to build a national system to record TSSV and also synchronize using PTP instead of GNSS and its “space-based” vulnerabilities. Speaker(s): Dr. David Laverty\, Reader (Full Professor) of Queen’s University Belfast Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388536 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/webinar-openpmu-ptp-and-time-synchronised-sampled-values-the-data-hoarders-approach/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388536 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T233000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231214T010000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231202T163817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T184343Z UID:3349-1702510200-1702515600@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Free Webinar: OpenPMU\, PTP\, and Time Synchronised Sampled Values :The Data Hoarder’s Approach by Dr. David Laverty DESCRIPTION:Webinar by the IEEE Montreal Section Power and Energy Chapter The IEEE Montreal Section is inviting all interested IEEE members and non-members to this webinar. Speaker(s): Dr. David Laverty\, Reader (Full Professor) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388158 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/free-webinar-openpmu-ptp-and-time-synchronised-sampled-values-the-data-hoarders-approach-by-dr-david-laverty/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388158 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231212T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231212T190000 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231204T165310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T180826Z UID:3359-1702404000-1702407600@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:InAs/InP Quantum-Dash Mode-Locked Laser For Duplex Radio Over Fiber Links DESCRIPTION:An InAs/InP quantum-dash mode-locked laser (QD-MLL) with phase-locked comb lines is an excellent optical source and a microwave source for\, respectively\, optical and wireless transmission. In this talk\, a duplex radio over fiber (RoF) link using a QD-MLL for RoF transmission is reported. A few implementation issues including phase noise impairment\, MIMO transmission\, and photonic integrated implementation will be discussed. RoF links with integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) functions for next generation wireless communications (6G) applications will also be discussed. Laser à verrouillage de mode InAs/InP tirets quantiques (Quantum-Dash) pour radio duplex sur liaisons fibre optique Un laser à verrouillage de mode quantique InAs/InP (QD-MLL) avec des lignes de peigne à verrouillage de phase est une excellente source optique et une source micro-ondes pour\, respectivement\, la transmission optique et sans fil. Dans cet exposé\, une liaison radio duplex sur fibre (RoF) utilisant un QD-MLL pour la transmission RoF est rapportée. Quelques problèmes de mise en œuvre\, notamment la dégradation du bruit de phase\, la transmission MIMO et la mise en œuvre photonique intégrée\, seront abordés. Les liens RoF avec des fonctions intégrées de détection et de communication (ISAC) pour les applications de communications sans fil (6G) de nouvelle génération seront également abordés. Co-sponsored by: National Research Council\, Canada. Optonique. Speaker(s): Prof. Jianping Yao (University of Ottawa)\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388262 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/inas-inp-quantum-dash-mode-locked-laser-for-duplex-radio-over-fiber-links/ LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/388262 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231212T171500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231212T181500 DTSTAMP:20240328T175748 CREATED:20231117T155956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T180826Z UID:3296-1702401300-1702404900@move.ieee.org SUMMARY:Real Time and Sparse Reconstructed Radar Imaging Through Stratified Media DESCRIPTION:The problem of imaging of objects within or through multilayered dielectric media appears in many areas\, including those in ground-penetrating radar (GPR) imaging\, through-the-wall radar imaging (TWRI)\, intra-wall and subsurface imaging\, and medical imaging. These general areas cover many important defense and civilian applications such as those in counterterrorism and law enforcement operations\, firefighting\, earthquake rescue missions\, detection of buried subsurface objects and minerals in GPR\, millimeter wave imaging of concealed weapons and contraband carried by personnel\, to name a few. In many situations\, however\, the dielectric media induce shadowing effects on targets\, resulting in image degradation and errors in geo-locating or\, possibly\, complete masking of targets. Furthermore\, in most practical situations the imaging of targets should be done in real-time\, requiring the development of fast data acquisition schemes as well as highly efficient microwave imaging techniques that can fully account for wave propagation through various dielectric layers or walls. In this lecture\, a comprehensive overview of various image reconstruction techniques for objects in stratified media will be given for both SAR-based and multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) based systems\, and for both real-time imaging and sparsity-based imaging scenarios. For the former\, we will describe the use of efficient 2D and 3D Diffraction Tomography (DT) techniques which use first order Born approximation together with successive implementations of spatial fast-Fourier transform (FFT) and inverse-FFT (IFFT)\, to arrive at high-resolution images. Such fast-imaging techniques\, however\, do not address the problem posed by long data acquisition time associated with most microwave-imaging scenarios. To address this problem\, assuming a sparse target space\, one can resort to the use of Compressive Sensing (CS) to significantly reduce the number of antennas and/or collected frequency points. In our implementation of CS\, the wall or multilayered media effects are accurately and efficiently accounted for in the sparse-image reconstruction through the use of approximate expressions for the Green’s functions of multi-layered lossy dielectric medium. In particular\, the use of total variation minimization (TVM) and its advantages over the l1-norm minimization\, which is often used in the standard radar implementation of CS\, will be detailed. Numerical and experimental results for DT-based and CS-based radar imaging in various GPR and TWRI scenarios will be given in the presentation. Speaker(s): Prof. Ahmad Hoorfar\, Bldg: Pavillon Principal\, B 600.16\, la Galerie Rolland\, 2500 Chem. de Polytechnique\, Montréal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3T 1J4 URL:https://move.ieee.org/event/real-time-and-sparse-reconstructed-radar-imaging-through-stratified-media/ LOCATION:Bldg: Pavillon Principal\, B 600.16\, la Galerie Rolland\, 2500 Chem. de Polytechnique\, Montréal\, Quebec\, Canada\, H3T 1J4 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR