The Arecibo Observatory first opened in 1963, has been named an IEEE Milestone in Electrical Engineering and Computing in 2001, and has been a marvel in engineering ever since. It has been a monumental instrument for scientific research in the fields of astronomy, planetary radar, ionospheric probing and HF heating modification, and optical probing of the atmosphere. While the science and the discoveries are well known to many, the antenna technology and engineering are equally as impressive as the discoveries. The original concept, by Prof. William Gordon in the Electrical Engineering Department at Cornell University, was for a 1000 foot parabolic dish aiming only at zenith, with no tracking capability for studies of the ionosphere with the newly developed technique of incoherent scatter radar (ISR). Fortunately, knowledge of some on-going research with spherical reflectors was suggested where the feed could be moved to slew the beam. This talk will discuss the unique designs over the years of antenna feeds and associated engineering for frequencies from HF well into the microwaves. Many upgrades occurred during these years and will be described in detail in the ways they have provided significant improvements to the Observatory’s capabilities. Most of the 430 MHz 96 foot line feed antenna broke off and fell through the dish in 2017 during Hurricane Maria. Then in December 2020, the platform fell into the dish destroying large sections of the dish and the equipment in the platform. There is so much more to tell about the engineering at Arecibo that will be the subject of this presentation. Dinner will consist of: - Chicken Bruschetta - Garden Salad - Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Honey Roasted Carrots - Assorted Dinner Rolls - Brownies Parking for the event is free and is in the parking lot south of the library. See the below map of the PSU Harrisburg for an overview on where the building and parking is located. There is a fee for the entire dinner+presentation event. There is no fee for only attending the presentation. Speaker(s): Jim Breakall, Agenda: Dinner: 6:00 - 7:00 PM Presentation: 7:00 - 8:30 PM Room: Room 101, Morrison Gallery, Bldg: Madlyn L Hanes Library (Building D), Penn State Harrisburg, 777 West Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States, 17507

Legislation affecting Robotics and AI and how it impacts engineers working the field Speaker(s): Russ Harrison, ***CANCELED*** Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

The Careers in Technology Fall Series begins on 24 September at 8pm Eastern Time with: Professor Victor B Lawrence, PhD IEEE Fellow, National Inventors Hall of Fame. In the introduction, Dr Lawrence’s preparation for a career at Bell Labs in Advanced Communication Technologies will be discussed. Then Dr Lawrence will conduct a detailed deep dive discussion of modern communications and networks. Some of Dr Lawrence’s technical experience includes: Key innovations of Bell Labs, artificial intelligence and machine learning, communications technologies, telecommunications, networks, patents, standards of today. Technology for the future. HDTV, Modems, Bluetooth: The importance of Standards. Professor Victor B Lawrence, PhD will share his thoughts about the future influence of technology in society, and recommendations for navigating a technical career in this era. Lawrence has received numerous awards and honorary degrees, including: - 1981: (https://ieee-cas.org/guillemin-cauer-award), (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEEE_Circuits_and_Systems_Society) - 1984: J. Harry Karp Best Paper Award at Interface '84 - 1986: (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_California,_Berkeley), Chancellor's Distinguished Lecture Series - 1987: (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Institute_of_Electrical_and_Electronics_Engineers) - 1992: Fellow of (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AT%26T_Bell_Labs) - 1995: Black Engineer for Outstanding Technical Contributions - 1997: (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmy_Awards) for (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Alliance_(HDTV)) Standard - 2000: IEEE Millennium Medal - 2003: Member of (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Academy_of_Engineering) - 2004: IEEE Award in International Communication - 2007: (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEEE_Simon_Ramo_Medal) for leadership in world-wide data communications networks - 2012: Charter Fellow of (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Academy_of_Inventors) (NAI) - 2016: (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_National_Inventors_Hall_of_Fame_inductees) Speaker(s): Professor Victor B Lawrence, PhD IEEE Fellow Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/431105

The MOVE Weather Team is one of several support components of the MOVE program. It includes both professionals and enthusiasts who are interested in weather and support of the IEEE MOVE Program. This support primarily involves providing information to MOVE Operations about conditions that might lead to the deployment of a MOVE team, and secondly, offering information to the MOVE team during a deployment. Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Speaker(s): Francis Grosz Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406590

Building a meaningful career is about more than just landing a job and climbing the ladder. It’s about being intentional about what you want to learn, how you want to grow, and who you want to become. And with the many potential paths for professionals, charting our path can be confusing and difficult. This session will help you see where you are now, get clear on where you want to go, and identify key actions you can take to move forward. Learning Objectives: - Learn what intentionality is and how it is the key to a career of impact and satisfaction. - Discover how our mindsets drive our actions and behaviors, and some ideas of how to shift your own mindset. - Develop a new approach to networking that is more about building relationships than collecting contacts or followers. Speaker(s): Jeff Perry 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. Learn about our sponsor: the IEEE Member Group Insurance Program - Powered by AMBA. AMBA specializes in providing tailored insurance solutions for IEEE members. Whether you’re seeking health, life, or disability coverage, AMBA has you covered. Visit the IEEE Member Group Insurance Program website to explore the benefits and options available to you: (https://www.ieeeinsurance.com/) 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/433111

The IEEE Vehicular Technology Society (VTS) Philadelphia Chapter is holding a technical meeting. The topic is Continuous Monitoring of Substation Assets Using Thermal Imaging. Our speakers are Dr. Tim Dubbs, Director Applications Engineering, and Mr. Lenny Shaver, Director Strategic Marketing, Advanced Energy Industries. Continuous thermal monitoring of critical substation assets is essential to identify potential failure points and protect aging components. Remote monitoring with thermal imaging systems gives you highly accurate data for condition-based maintenance. Fiber optic sensors are proven to be an effective hot spot monitor and controller for power transformers. Bond meters and megohmmeters provide precise measurements and superior reliability in rugged outdoor environments. Custom software allows data and image monitoring and archiving across multiple substations. The presentation will provide examples of turn-key solutions that integrate with existing substation deployment supervisory controls (DSC) for transformer winding temperatures and complete substation area monitoring. There is no charge for meeting attendance, only for PDH certificates. Attendees may apply for 1.0 PDH provided through the IEEE Certificates Program, accepted in all states. Member cost is $6.00 and non-member cost is $9.00 (USD) via vTools (credit card payments are processed through PayPal). Complete online evaluation after lecture at https://r2.ieee.org/philadelphia-vts/forms/ Payment must be received and evaluation form must be completed within three days to receive PDH certificate. IEEE VTS Philadelphia Chapter Officers: Chapter Chair: Brandon S. Swartley, P.E., STV Incorporated, [email protected] Vice-Chair: Harvey Glickenstein, P.E., F.I.R.S.E., [email protected] Secretary and Treasurer: Robert Fisher, P.E., WSP, [email protected] Speaker(s): Tim Dubbs, Lenny Shaver Agenda: Introduction - Technical presentation - Advantages of remote monitoring of substation assets - Use of winding hot spot monitoring - Automated thermal imaging scanning of substation assets - Case studies and real world examples - Applications for power transformers, bus bars, shunts, fuses, relays, and cable terminations Questions Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/432115

Radiation resistant photovoltaics (PV) for lunar surface applications has been increasingly important for application on the lunar surface. Graphene-based Schottky diodes with semiconductor various radiation resistant layers is a promising choice for lunar PV due to (i) graphene high photon transparency (ii) and radiation resistant semiconducting layers such as GaN. We propose a G/n-GaN Schottky diode where the metal is replaced by graphene grown on top of a thin oxide layer resting on the semiconductor. Photoexcitation of carriers occurs in both graphene and the semiconductor regions. the oxide layer prevents or reduces recombination of photo-carriers. we propose a model where photo-generated electrons cross the PV device in both directions (from Gr to the semiconductor and vice versa) via two mechanisms by (a) thermionic emission and (b) quantum tunneling. We outline the method of obtaining net current densities (thermionic and tunneling). Tunneling transmission and thermionic carrier escape and current are outlined along with the advantage of high current density generation in the harsh lunar surface environment. Co-sponsored by: EDS Student Branch, Physics & Engineering Dept, University of Scranton Speaker(s): Argyrios Agenda: Professional meeting at the University of Scranton Room: 334, Bldg: Loyola Science Center (LSC), 204 Monroe Ave, Physics and Engineering Dept, University of Scranton, Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States, 18510, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/424115

If you have ten years or more in the profession and as a student then you may be qualified to be promoted to Senior Member! Joint us for a quick and informative meeting to see how easy it is and how the Columbus Section can help you. Please RSVP so we can plan light refreshments. A beautiful IEEE blanket will be won by one lucky attendee as a door prize. Speaker(s): , Sol Black Room: 4, Bldg: Whitehall Library, 4445 EastBroad Street, Whitehall, Ohio, Ohio, United States, 43213