This session on reliability engineering/technology will focus on reliability engineering as an engineering discipline and profession that is critical for today's complex and critical systems, and reliability technology as a constantly evolving technology in electrical/electronic/mechanical system design and development. This session will also focus on the history of IEEE reliability standards and the latest standards being developed by IEEE to move reliability engineering and technology further. Examples of IEEE reliability standards will be provided. Also, excerpts from my first book, Design for Reliability (DfR), by Raheja and Gullo, will be provided. Speaker(s): Lou Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423704

As the CHIPS program progresses, a number of preliminary funding announcements have been made. These include the well-known leading edge CMOS fab projects, but also smaller investments in more specialized areas such as photonics. These projects are an important part of the CHIPS for America vision but it extends to many other technology areas. This talk will cover the progress to date and some of the CHIPS program goals in these other areas. Speaker(s): Steve Palmer, Agenda: Refreshments will be available from 5:45 PM. 6:00 PM - Introductions and announcements 6:10 PM - Talk followed by Q&A Bldg: Westover Library, 1644 North McKinley Road, Suite 3, Arlington, Virginia, United States, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/426131

TALK ABSTRACT: Recent technological advances enabled low cost small satellite development and launch services which gave rise to the new space economy. Democratizing access to space feeds innovation and bolsters economic development taking the market away from a few large corporations and allowing smaller businesses to compete and thrive. In this talk, the process of creating a space corporation in Maine with examples of space based applications and research and development projects will be presented. Audience will learn more about opportunities and pitfalls in this new era. Speaker(s): Dr. Ali Abedi Agenda: Recent technological advances enabled low cost small satellite development and launch services which gave rise to the new space economy. Democratizing access to space feeds innovation and bolsters economic development taking the market away from a few large corporations and allowing smaller businesses to compete and thrive. In this talk, the process of creating a space corporation in Maine with examples of space based applications and research and development projects will be presented. Audience will learn more about opportunities and pitfalls in this new era. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/422563

Contextualizing unique experience in the nuclear power industry to understand the interrelationship between material mechanical behavior, fracture mechanics, and aging/embrittlement. Presentation to discuss material specifications for component replacement and new plants, failure analysis, materials testing, fracture mechanics, and material aging evaluations for upgrades, repairs and license renewal for nuclear power plants. Areas of specific focus include analysis of reactor pressure vessel (RPV) integrity, RPV internals aging, and other reactor coolant system materials. Other areas of targeted discussion include materials reliability programs for utilities, the Pressurized Water Reactor Owners Group Materials Committee, and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Focused discussion of the master curve method (direct fracture toughness) for the benefit of the utilities operating pressurized water reactors, improved operation and enabling operation beyond 80 years. Date: Thursday, 7/18/2024, 11:30am-4:30pm. Registration: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/420349 Requirements: Must register by 7/8/2024 at 11:55pm. US citizens only. Must bring valid, government-issued photo ID that exactly matches provided registration information. Must provide SSN number in advance by 7/8/2024 at 11:55pm (provide on registration form or provide to meeting organizers over the phone at 412-290-5392). Must wear long pants and closed-toed shoes to facility. Location: 1332 Beulah Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235-5082, USA [] Speaker(s): Brian, Jeff, Georgia Agenda: Safety brief Introductions Lunch (Mission BBQ) onsite in conference room concurrent with Site overview - manager Addressing aging of the nuclear reactor pressure vessel to ensure safe long-term operation of the PWR fleet – Brian Hall Eddy Current Flow Meter testing presentation – Jeff Arndt & Georgia Clifford Radiation Safety briefing Site tour of multiple laboratories Adjourn 1332 Beulah Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15235

IEEE Smart Village (ISV) has a unique approach to support the world’s energy-impoverished communities by providing a comprehensive solution combining renewable energy, community-based education, and entrepreneurial opportunities. ISV provides seed-funding to carefully selected community entrepreneurs based upon a credible business plan that will impact significant number of people with electricity, education and jobs. The challenges of starting and sustaining a successful business in the developing world are extreme to say the least. The IEEE Smart Village entrepreneurs are the true heroes. They have learned to build the confidence and support of their local communities. They consistently demonstrate a deep respect for preserving the best of local cultures and heritages while gracefully introducing new technology and business practices. Some of the challenges that they have had to overcome include extremes of climate, altitude, floods, currency devaluations, power blackouts, media blackouts, political instability, local rivalries and contentious elections. Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Speaker(s): Dr. Rajan Kapur, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406585

Space assets such as satellites, drones and spacecraft are increasingly attractive targets for adversaries ranging from individual hackers, to hacker groups and nation states. This rapid rise in the cyber threat landscape necessitates smarter cyber tools to stay ahead of our adversaries. In this talk, I will present the work being done by the Cyber Defense Engineering and Research (CDER) group at JPL in addressing cyber challenges as pertaining to JPL’s missions. I will specifically focus on our work combining model-based engineering and AI-based reasoning to build a unique capability for automated cyber risk assessments. Speaker(s): Dr. Arun Vishwanathan Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423705

IEEE plays an important part in the design and license requirements for the Perry Nuclear Power Plant, and The Perry Nuclear Plant is an important generator for generating clean and reliable energy on the nation’s electric grid. This event will include a small tour of equipment and buildings observable from outside the security fences as well as a presentation discussing the plant and its relationship with IEEE. It will end with a demonstration of the Control Room Simulator, which is the 1:1 mock-up of the actual plant's Control Room, used by the plant operators for training and proficiency. A survey link is included below so that the presentation can be tailored to attendee interests. The event is limited to 20 participants and pre-registration is required. Logistics: The plant's main gate is at the corner of Center Road and Parmly Road. Follow the road onto the site past the canopy structure immediately on the left. Continue down the road to the first parking lot on the left. The signs will indicate it is the training building. Come in the front door and we will muster in the lobby while everyone arrives. See the attached image for navigating onsite. Co-sponsored by: Dr. Allen Morinec Agenda: 1100-1120 Arrival and Meet & Greet 1120-1145 Introduction / Overview 1145-1245 Walkdown 1245-1400 Presentation 1400-1500 Simulator Demonstration Bldg: Training and Education Center (TEC), 10 Center Road, Perry, Ohio, United States, 44081

LVS IEEE 3nd annual Picnic and Awards Ceremony. July 27th, 2024 - Noon to 4:00pm Emmaus Community Park 1356 Shimerville Rd, Emmaus PA @ Lions Pavilion. Children’s playground, access to the community pool (fee), American BBQ, Vegan, Soda, Water, Sides, Dessert. Adult: $15, Student $10, Child $5 (5 years or under Free) Eat for free: Register and Bring a new member to join IEEE, and both of you get a full picnic refund! Last Day to Register and Last Day to Cancel (full refund) July 13th, 2024. Space is limited, so sign up early! Rain or Shine Event Register via the vTools registration link. https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415448 Make check payable to IEEE LVS, together with: names, type of ticket (Adult, Student, Child) and menu option (Vegetarian or BBQ) for each guest, and your email for confirmation. Mail to: George Beam, 6449 Ventura Drive, Slatington, PA 18080 More Information: [email protected] Agenda: Bldg: Lions Pavilion, 1356 Shimerville Rd, Emmaus, Pennsylvania, United States

Upcoming 2024 MOVE Operations Training Opportunities MOVE Operations Class – 3-part Virtual Series IEEE USA MOVE is offering a dynamic 3-part Virtual Operations Class essential for anyone gearing up for MOVE truck deployment, or with a keen interest in the program. New MOVE members must attend, and it's highly recommended for those who want to refresh their knowledge. We cover everything from deployment expectations to truck equipment and essential safety procedures. This virtual course spans three sessions, each lasting two hours. With the introduction of a third truck, we'll delve into the distinctions between the three. The Day 1 session will provide an overview of the MOVE truck operation for MOVE-1, MOVE-2 and MOVE-3 with a high-level understanding of truck operations, power systems, network systems and communications/radio systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. The Day 2 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on truck operations, maintenance and power generations systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. The Day 3 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on the networking and communications systems. An overview of the Cisco Meraki and radio systems operations and functionality will be provided. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. Please use the following links to register for all three training sessions. This is a 3-part virtual class. Register to attend >> - Part 1: Tuesday, 30 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423831 - Part 2: Wednesday, 31 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423833 - Part 3: Thursday, 01 Aug 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423835 There will be a test after the third session - material will be provided for the test. Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423831

The latest McKinsey Global Survey on AI in May of 2024 concludes that 2023 was the year the world discovered generative AI (GenAI) and 2024 is the year organizations truly began using—and deriving business value from—this new technology. An incredible 65 percent of respondents report that their organizations are regularly using GenAI, which is nearly double the percentage from the previous survey just ten months before. Respondents’ expectations for gen AI’s impact remain as high with three-quarters predicting that gen AI will lead to significant or disruptive change in their industries in the years ahead. This session is an invaluable opportunity for business leaders like you to overcome your hesitation and uncertainty of AI. Mastering AI tools and techniques is not just about keeping pace with technology; it's about leveraging these advanced resources to fill in knowledge gaps, enhance decision-making, and drive productivity. Learning to utilize AI not only streamlines operations but also significantly boosts your capacity to deliver increased business outcomes, making you more valuable and a strategic asset to your organization. You will leave equipped with practical, actionable strategies that you can implement immediately, turning your uncertainty into confidence and empowering you to leverage AI effectively in your daily tasks. Speaker(s): Paul Carney Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423706

Embarking on a job hunt for executive or professional roles in 2024? Delve into the secrets of a successful job hunt and unlock the key trends shaping this year's employment scene. Elizabeth will unravel the mysteries surrounding the economic forecast, unveiling whether it's the perfect time to embark on a new career chapter or conduct a stealthy job search. Discover the cutting-edge resume strategies and gain an insider's perspective on what hiring managers are truly seeking in the talent they bring aboard. Don't miss out on this exclusive session where the future of your career awaits! Speaker(s): Elizabeth Lions 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. 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/409085

Upcoming 2024 MOVE Operations Training Opportunities MOVE Operations Class – 3-part Virtual Series IEEE USA MOVE is offering a dynamic 3-part Virtual Operations Class essential for anyone gearing up for MOVE truck deployment, or with a keen interest in the program. New MOVE members must attend, and it's highly recommended for those who want to refresh their knowledge. We cover everything from deployment expectations to truck equipment and essential safety procedures. This virtual course spans three sessions, each lasting two hours. With the introduction of a third truck, we'll delve into the distinctions between the three. The Day 1 session will provide an overview of the MOVE truck operation for MOVE-1, MOVE-2 and MOVE-3 with a high-level understanding of truck operations, power systems, network systems and communications/radio systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. The Day 2 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on truck operations, maintenance and power generations systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. The Day 3 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on the networking and communications systems. An overview of the Cisco Meraki and radio systems operations and functionality will be provided. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. Please use the following links to register for all three training sessions. This is a 3-part virtual class. Register to attend >> - Part 1: Tuesday, 30 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423831 - Part 2: Wednesday, 31 Jul 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423833 - Part 3: Thursday, 01 Aug 2024 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423835 There will be a test after the third session - material will be provided for the test. Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423833