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

Cables and transmission lines attached to devices and complex systems may act as parasitic receiving antennas and can guide unwanted radiated electromagnetic disturbances into connected sensitive electronics like sensors or measurement units. In this talk, the basic field-to-wire coupling phenomena will be described. Analytical and numerical calculations will be explained and compared with experimental results. Co-sponsored by: STARaCom Research Network Speaker(s): Mathias Magdowski, Room: Room 603, Bldg: McConnell Engineering Building, 3480 University St, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Abstract The Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology, also known as 3D-printing technology, offers several interesting and attractive features, including fast prototyping, geometry flexibility, easily customizable products, and low cost (in some cases). However, using such technologies for microwave devices is not straightforward as AM has not been specifically developed for microwave components, and in most cases, some adaptation and post-processing is necessary. Furthermore, there are many AM technologies available, and it is important to understand their characteristics before selecting one. In the presentation, an overview of the different AM technologies available will be provided. Additionally, an analysis of some of the most common AM technologies used for the manufacturing of microwave components will be conducted in more detail, with the help of several examples. Several microwave components manufactured with some of the most popular AM technologies will be shown, along with a detailed description of the manufacturing process, post-processing, and all actions necessary to make the component perform well. Furthermore, it will be shown how the flexibility of this technology allows the development of new classes of components with non-conventional geometries that can be exploited to obtain high-performing components in terms of compactness, weight, losses, etc. Co-sponsored by: INRS, Staracom Speaker(s): Cristiano Tomassoni, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413505

The Montreal Chapters of the IEEE Control Systems (CS) and Systems, Man & Cybernetics (SMC) cordially invite you to attend the following in-person talk, to be given by Dr. Amir Rahmani from NASA. Co-sponsored by: Concordia University Speaker(s): Dr. Amir Rahmani Room: EV003.309, Bldg: EV Building, Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3G 1M8

In the realm of Internet of Things (IoT), sensors play a pivotal role in gathering data for a plethora of applications, ranging from home automation to industrial monitoring. However, one of the critical challenges hindering the widespread adoption of sensors is the need for reliable power sources, especially in extensive sensor networks. In this seminar, we delve into an innovative solution poised to revolutionize IoT sensor networks – Batteryless IoT Solution Based on Direct Conversion Sensors. By seamlessly integrating wireless communication with intelligent sensing, we've engineered a groundbreaking approach that circumvents the limitations imposed by conventional power sources. Key Highlights: 1. Challenges in Sensor Network Powering: Explore the hurdles associated with powering sensor networks and the implications for IoT deployment. 2. Direct Conversion Sensors: Uncover the principles and advantages of direct conversion sensors in mitigating power constraints. 3. Integration of Wireless Communication: Understand the synergy between wireless communication protocols and intelligent sensing for seamless data transmission. 4. Creating Battery-Free Wireless Sensor Nodes: Learn about the engineering behind the development of battery-free wireless sensor nodes and their potential applications. 5. Future Implications: Discuss the broader implications of batteryless IoT solutions and their role in shaping the future of IoT ecosystems. Speaker(s): Prof. Rashid Mirzavand Room: B315, Bldg: Pavillon Principal, 2500 Chem. de Polytechnique, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3T 1J4