Large LEO constellations and multi-orbit satellite systems have recently emerged as complex network architectures that provide and enhance a range of satellite services e.g. ubiquitous broadband internet, direct to handheld, satellite IoT etc. The current talk reviews the current capabilities of such systems from a communication perspective and describes the challenges of applying key technological enablers in space. In addition, we present a vision about future research topics of long-term importance in the area of Satellite Communications and Non-Terrestrial Networks. Speaker(s): Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas, Dr. Gunes Karabulut Kurt Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/379147

The Poly-Grames Research Centre has acquired major millimetre-wave infrastructures enabling it to further develop its modelling, manufacturing and measurement (up to 110 GHz) operations. Current research into millimetre waves will be further explored thanks to the novel hybrid and monolithic manufacturing technologies now available. In this talk, an overview of the various microwave circuit manufacturing technologies available to Polygrams will be presented including: printed circuit board on duroid substrates, thin film MHMIC on ceramics, laser machining of metals, ceramics, TMM, etc., and high precision machining on CNC. The vision of integration with the consideration of manufacturing limits will be discussed. Co-sponsored by: INRS- Staracom Speaker(s): Traian Antonescu, Steve Dubé Room: 6900, Bldg: 800, INRS, Rue De la Gauchetière O, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H5A 1K6, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/385564

You are invited to attend the 7th Montreal Photonics Networking Event on Friday 1st December 2023. The Montreal Photonics Networking event was formed in 2015 as an annual event to address the lack of a coordinated city-wide network for research student exchange. The event’s mission is to bring together graduate students to (1) establish a way for students to discuss life as a photonics researcher, (2) enhance research synergies, and (3) connect with the industry for further career development. ----------------- Le Montreal Photonics Networking Event a été créé en 2015 en tant qu'événement annuel pour répondre à l'absence d'un réseau coordonné pour les étudiant.e.s en recherche. La mission de l'événement est de rassembler les étudiant.e.s aux études graduées pour (1) permettre aux étudiant.e.s d'échange sur la vie de chercheur.e en photonique, (2) améliorer les synergies de recherche, et (3) rencontrer des représentant.e.s de l'industrie pour développer de nouvelles perspectives de carrière Speaker(s): Marie-Josée Turgeon, Agenda: - 10:00-10:30: booth & poster set-up - 10:30-11:00: registration general attendees - 11:00-12:00: Poster session #1 dedicated to Dr. Andrea Rovere - 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM: Networking, lunch - 12:40 PM - 1:00 PM : Welcome by Chair (Auditorium A-1600) - 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Industry plenary speaker (Auditorium A-1600) - 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Poster session #2 - 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Student Speed-networking (Auditorium A-1600) - 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: announcement of presentation competition winners and closing speech (Auditorium A-1600) - 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Social networking Room: AUDITORIUM A-1600, Bldg: Pavillion A, 1100 Notre-Dame St W , Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3C 1K3

In collaboration with the Poly-Grames Research Center, IEEE Student Branch of Polytechnique and INRS, STARaCom, and Academy of Science of the Royal Society of Canada, the IEEE Montreal Section and MTT Montreal IEEE Chapter are organizing THz Science and Technology Seminar (TSTS) Series, which will be delivered exclusively online by distinguished THz researchers, engineers, and leaders in the world to present state-of-the-art THz R&D progress, education, and applications. This TSTS series is made possible thanks to the sponsorship and conclusion of the NSERC-Huawei Industrial Research Chair Program. Our first TSTS presentation will be made by Prof. Kaushik Sengupta of Princeton University (9:30 AM – EDT, Dec. 4) Terahertz-chip-scale Systems for Intelligent Sensing and 6G Communication: Can AI help? ABSTRACT: Abstract: Silicon-based Terahertz systems are a field that is only about a decade old. In this time, we have seen a phenomenal growth of silicon systems operating at THz frequencies for a wide range of applications in sensing, imaging and communication. It can be argued that both the ‘THz gap’ and the ‘technology and applications gap’ is closing in meaningful ways in the THz range. Technologies beyond 100 GHz focusing on sensing, imaging and wireless back-haul links are getting attractive as we enter into a new area of highly dense network of autonomous systems requiring ultra-high speed and reliable links. In this talk, I will highlight approaches that cut across electromagnetics, circuits, systems and signal processing to enable THz beamforming arrays, programmable THz metasurfaces with CMOS tiling and physically secure sub-THz links (ISSCC’20, Nature Elec’21). In the end, I will comment on whether AI can help in the synthesis of these complex ICs. Co-sponsored by: PolyGrames, STARaCom, Academy of Science of the Royal Society of Canada Speaker(s):  Kaushik Sengupta , Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/384766

Microwave breast imaging is a promising frontier in breast cancer detection. This presentation summarizes over a decade of diverse studies, from early beginnings to a prototype portable device for underserved communities. We've developed a Health-Canada-approved device using 24 small vector network analyzers. Ongoing efforts focus on a low-cost multistatic device. Disparities in breast cancer detection for marginalized populations highlight the need for the system's low-cost, portable, and user-friendly solutions. A critical review emphasizes the need to improve specificity for BMI. High-contrast image reconstruction methods sometimes overshadow accuracy, a key area for investigation. The presentation focuses on radar-based reconstruction algorithms, addressing various challenges. It introduces a differential dual-breast diagnostic strategy for more accurate estimates. In conclusion, a decade of research underscores ongoing learning and integration for advancements, crucial for impacting early breast cancer detection in remote locations and low-middle income countries. Room: ENGMC603, Bldg: McConnell Engineering Building, 3480 Rue University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada