Abstract: Radar offers some unique capabilities compared to other sensing phenomenologies. For example, radar can operate at long ranges, during the day and night, and in most weather conditions. Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) enables formation of 2D and 3D images of ground scenes for a wide array of military and commercial applications. In this talk, Dr. Linda Moore will discuss current challenges in SAR signal processing, including the challenge of applying machine/deep learning techniques to SAR automatic target recognition (ATR). Measured and synthetic SAR data has been made publicly available by the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory and can assist in developing new techniques for today's SAR signal processing challenges. Available data sets will be associated with relevant technical challenges and examples of related IEEE published work will be highlighted. Speaker(s): Dr. Linda Moore, PhD Agenda: 6:30 - 6:45 Virtual Gathering and Settling In 6:45 - 7:45 Technical Presentation Proper 7:45 - 8:00 QnA Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/366626

This is a weekly session of the CIT Summer Series, with Jon Peddle presenting The History of Visual Magic in Computers: How Beautiful Images are Made in CAD, 3D, VR and AR : If you have ever looked at a fantastic adventure or science fiction movie, or an amazingly complex and rich computer game, or a TV commercial where cars or gas pumps or biscuits behaved liked people and wondered, “How do they do that?”, then you’ve experienced the magic of 3D worlds generated by a computer. 3D in computers began as a way to represent automotive designs and illustrate the construction of molecules. 3D graphics use evolved to visualizations of simulated data and artistic representations of imaginary worlds. In order to overcome the processing limitations of the computer, graphics had to exploit the characteristics of the eye and brain, and develop visual tricks to simulate realism. The goal is to create graphics images that will overcome the visual cues that cause disbelief and tell the viewer this is not real. Thousands of people over thousands of years have developed the building blocks and made the discoveries in mathematics and science to make such 3D magic possible, and The History of Visual Magic in Computers is dedicated to all of them and tells a little of their story. It traces the earliest understanding of 3D and then foundational mathematics to explain and construct 3D; from mechanical computers up to today’s tablets. Several of the amazing computer graphics algorithms and tricks came of periods where eruptions of new ideas and techniques seem to occur all at once. Applications emerged as the fundamentals of how to draw lines and create realistic images were better understood, leading to hardware 3D controllers that drive the display all the way to stereovision and virtual reality. Maps the history of the techniques behind science fiction movies, complex and rich computer games, and TV commercials capable of making cars, gas pumps and biscuits behave like human beings. Speaker(s): Dr. Jon Peddie, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/364008

Kathleen A. Kramer, PhD and Hasala Dharmawardena, PhD will provide some guidance and encouragement aimed at new and soon-to-be technical professionals in IEEE fields of interest for engineering licensure. Learn what credentials and opportunities that a license as a Professional Engineer (PE) can provide. Drs. Kramer and Dharmawardena will consider which career interests are most enhanced by becoming a PE, and who and when to take the first step of becoming an EIT. Discussion will touch on the pathways to qualifying, technical topics to cover on the involved exams, and relate required experiences, licensing and professional responsibilities, and different steps along the way to earning, and maintaining, a license. Speaker(s): Kathleen A. Kramer, Hasala Dharmawardena 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/ This program is offered exclusively to active IEEE members. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/369268

This is the Fall picnic for the IEEE Northern Virginia and Washington Sections. Burgers ( vegetarian and beef), chicken, and hotdogs will be served. This is also the perfect opportunity to meet current Executive Committee members, ask questions, and learn more about the available volunteer opportunities in an informal and friendly setting. Knights of Columbus Hall, 5115 Little Falls Road, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22207

Monthly meeting of the IEEE Baltimore Section's executive committee. The meeting is open to all Section members. This meeting will be by videoconference only. The meeting link will be sent to registrants. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/342313

First general body meeting of the semester to welcome returning students and showcase the benefits of joining IEEE to new students. The meeting will cover all events planned for the rest of the academic year/semester and guage interests in proposed events/conference opportunites. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

This is the monthly EXCOM meeting of the IEEE Northern Virginia Section. Note that the in-person meeting place is at the Arlington Central Library and that the start time is 6 pm instead of 6:30. This is because the library starts to close at 7:45. The virtual connection will be Zoom. Links will be given to those who register. In-person attendees should also register and indicate their preference for chicken or vegetarian cuisine. Dan Cross-Cole, Vice-Chair, IEEE NOVA Section Arlington County Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St., Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22203, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/371589

We are pleased to host expert speaker Robert Peruzzi, who will address a topic which is of crucial importance to every engineer. This talk is eligible for 1 PDH hour. Topic: Deadline-Influenced Quality Issues This presentation aims to show how overemphasizing schedule deadlines can lead to quality issues which result in legal issues because of lost revenue, business failures, personal injuries, and legal issues. The presentation begins with an overview of project scheduling and the importance of setting realistic deadlines. Project scheduling is taught in engineering and business school curricula. The importance of deadlines is reinforced in business journals as is the importance of product quality. A product may be a service, software, or a physical item. It would be a gross oversimplification to say that product quality, or project safety, versus schedule deadlines, is the only trade-off in project execution. And yet in certain cases, including the cases of this presentation, the individuals involved made decisions resulting in compromised quality or safety which led to legal actions. Several case studies are discussed, including product quality, and personal injury lawsuits. In-person Location: Lehigh University: Steps Building, Room 290, 1 W Packer Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18015 Virtual Session Link: (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flehigh.zoom.us%2Fj%2F95895394443&data=05%7C01%7C%7C5bfb36b2a90241ae4c6c08db9dcf9cea%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638277287250465963%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dibnnJ1kZPX3P6ERJwWAT9sG0cLKEkTqXyrSu09Jcyg%3D&reserved=0) All are welcome. You must register, but you do not have to be an IEEE member to attend. Speaker(s): Bob Peruzzi, , Steps Building, Room 290, 1 W Packer Ave, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States, 18015, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/370426

Meetings of the Administrative Committee are held virtually. Members are welcome to attend. Reserve your place by registering online or calling the office by the Monday before. Agenda: AdCom Meeting: 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/356931

This complimentary live, special 90-minute event will be held virtually on 14 September 2023 at 1 PM ET (10 AM PT). During this special event, (https://cmte.ieee.org/futuredirections/future-tech-forum/innovations-for-the-aging/#joseph), Technology Ventures Group, LLC, will serve as the moderator and a panel of subject matter experts will join. This panel discussion aims to explore the theme of “Innovations for the Aging Population,” focusing on the key technologies that enable the development of such innovations and examining their impact on the aging population worldwide. The panel will bring together experts from various fields, including healthcare, technology, policy, and academia. They will shed light on the challenges faced by aging populations and the role of innovation in addressing these challenges. The discussion will delve into groundbreaking technologies such as assistive devices, telehealth, smart homes, wearable devices, and artificial intelligence, among others. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/373183