Robot Challenge competition including time trials for robots and oral presentations by the student teams. This is an exciting event for Middle School and High School students who have built robots from scratch. We need Judges! The interaction with working engineers is invaluable. Competition ends early afternoon, depending on the number of entries. Please join us for an entertaining event for all who participate. Co-sponsored by: Baltimore Museum of Industry Agenda: 08:00 - judges check in 08:15 - judges training 08:45 - competition begins 17:00 AWARDS CEREMONY ON LINE 1415 Key Highway, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

The Ethereum Blockchain Game Theory Author: Dr. Nancy M Landreville Sunay, April 28, 2024 at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Virtual Co-sponsored by: Power Energy Speaker(s): Nancy Landreville, Agenda: Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/418236

The IEEE Vehicular Technology Society (VTS) Philadelphia Chapter is holding a technical meeting. The topic is Electrical Substation Battery Systems. Our speaker is John Kim, Director of Industrial & Utility Markets at EnerSys. This presentation discusses technical aspects of 125 V dc battery systems used in electrical substations. Utility and traction power substations typically use 125 V dc battery systems to provide uninterrupted backup power to protective relay systems, switchgear controls, and switchyard equipment. Batteries are selected based on owners’ preferences and applications. They are sized based on the anticipated dc load profile upon a loss of power. Load profiles often include first minute equipment operation, an 8-hour loss of power, and expected switching operations to restore power. IEEE 485 is a recommended practice for sizing lead-acid batteries for stationary applications. Mr. John Kim will give a presentation on the history of batteries used in substations and today’s latest battery technologies. Attendees may apply for 1.0 PDH provided through the IEEE Certificates Program, accepted in all states. Send $5.00 (USD) payment to Brandon Swartley via Zelle at [email protected] and complete the online evaluation at https://r2.ieee.org/philadelphia-vts/forms/. Evaluation form must be completed and payment received within one week to receive PDH certificate. Speaker(s): John Kim Agenda: Introduction Technical presentation - History of substation batteries - Today’s latest battery technology - Battery and charger selection Questions Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/417421

This program allows you to share your interest in a specific subject by teaching STEM topics to students aged 13-18. IEEE Penn State Harrisburg will supply the equipment you need for the sessions, and we'll also arrange for your transport to the library. If you decide to sign up, you're looking at a commitment of just one hour on a Monday. It’s a direct way to engage with and excite young learners about STEM. Should you choose to participate, you could make a meaningful difference in a student's approach to learning. This initiative is a chance to contribute to the STEM field's future, and it's open to Penn State Harrisburg students interested in volunteering. Co-sponsored by: Middletown Public Library Room: Second floor , Bldg: Middletown Public Library, 20 N Catherine St, Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States, 17057

This initiative provides an opportunity for you to engage with and inspire young students aged 8-13 in the Middletown area by teaching them about STEM topics. Penn State Harrisburg's IEEE will provide all the necessary equipment for your sessions. By signing up, you commit to just one hour on a specific Monday. This represents a straightforward and impactful way to share your passion for STEM with eager young minds. Choosing to be part of this program can significantly influence a young student's learning perspective. It offers a valuable opportunity to play a part in nurturing the next generation's interest in the STEM fields. This opportunity is specifically available to Penn State Harrisburg students eager to volunteer their time and knowledge. Co-sponsored by: Middletown Public Library Room: Second floor , Bldg: Middletown Public Library, 20 N Catherine St, Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States, 17057

Prof Mary (Missy) Cummings (Director of the Mason Autonomy and Robotics Center (MARC) at George Mason University, USA) will present "Self-Driving Cars: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly" at 6pm (UTC+1) / 1pm EDT on 30 April '24. Click (https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=IEEE+SSIT+Lecture%3A+Self-Driving+Cars%3A+The+Good%2C+the+Bad+%26+the+Ugly&iso=20240430T18&p1=78&ah=1) (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/society-on-social-implications-of-technology/) and SSIT IST-Africa SIGHT are cooperating with a number of IEEE OUs including: New Jersey Coast Section SIGHT; New Jersey Coast IM/Computer Joint Chapter; IEEE Region 1; IEEE Region 2; Vancouver Section Jt. Chapter,TEM14/PC26/E25/SIT30; North Jersey Section SSIT Chapter; Susquehanna Section Computer Chapter; Southeast Michigan Section Vehicular Technology Chapter; Phoenix Section Computer Chapter; Vancouver Section Jt Transportation Chapter, (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/computational-intelligence/); (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/computer-society/), (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/vehicular-technology/) (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/oceanic-engineering-chapter/), Chicago Section Computer Society Chapter and Vehicular Technology Chapter to organise this SSIT Lecture as a joint Webinar on 30 April '24. Registration IEEE and SSIT Members as well as non-IEEE Members are invited to (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406173) and participate. IEEE Members should include their IEEE Membership Number when registering. Access to online Meeting (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406173) will be provided with the link prior to the event. Guest Lecture Focus Self-driving cars have been a dream from almost the time the automobile was invented. With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), this dream has seemingly become reality with driverless commercial operations already taking place in a handful of cities around the world. However, the recent tragic accident involving a pedestrian and a Cruise self-driving car, as well as a number of high-profile Tesla crashes, raise the possibility that such systems may not actually be as capable as envisioned, and questions have arisen about their safety both nationally and internationally. Given these concerns, it is important to step back and analyze both the actual safety records of these vehicles and just why AI is struggling to operate safely under all conditions in autonomous vehicles. This lecture will highlight the strengths and weaknesses of AI in self-driving cars, as well as in all safety-critical applications, and lay out a roadmap for safe integration of these technologies on public roadways. Speaker(s): Prof Missy Cummings, Agenda: 18:00 (UTC+1) Welcome and Introduction to Guest Speaker 18:05 Lecture 18:45 Questions and Discussions Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406173

This presentation will offer a concise overview of the intelligent algorithm landscape, focusing on major classes of algorithms and providing a basic understanding of machine learning approaches. The speakers will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of different intelligent algorithms, emphasizing their applications in communications and networking. Attendees will gain insights into the diverse uses of intelligent algorithms in these domains. Dinner will consist of: - London Broil - Garden Salad - Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Seasoned Vegetable Medley - Assorted Dinner Rolls 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): Julia Andrusenko, Sumant Pathak 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

The vast majority of robots in use today operate in very structured environments, e.g., in factory assembly lines, and possess only those limited motion capabilities required to perform specific tasks. While these robots can outperform humans in terms of speed, strength, and accuracy for these tasks, they are no match for the dexterity of human motion. Part of a human's inherent advantage over industrial robots is due to the large number of degrees of freedom in the human body. Articulated, i.e., jointed, motion systems that possess more degrees of freedom than the minimum required to perform a specified task are referred to as kinematically redundant. In an effort to mimic the dexterity of biological systems, researchers have built a number of kinematically redundant robotic systems, e.g., anthropomorphic arms, multi-fingered hands, dual-arm manipulators, and walking machines. While these systems vary in their appearance and intended applications, they all require motion control strategies that coordinate large numbers of joints to achieve the high degree of dexterity possible with redundant systems. This talk will discuss the issues that arise when designing such strategies, frequently drawing on the use of the singular value decomposition, including the characterization of redundancy, the quantification of dexterity, and the development of efficient and numerically stable motion control algorithms that simultaneously optimize multiple criteria. Speaker(s): Dr. Maciejewski Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/411361

Abstract: Cyber-physical systems (CPS), such as robots and self-driving cars, demand rigorous scheduling to prevent failure, where every millisecond of processing time can be critical. These systems often rely on heterogeneous computing environments, which include CPUs, GPUs, and specialized accelerators, to meet their computational needs efficiently. However, leveraging these diverse processing units to fulfill strict physical constraints remains a significant challenge, as existing scheduling solutions often fall short of addressing the complexities involved in a comprehensive manner. This talk by Dr. Mehmet E. Belviranli delves into the intricate world of creating efficient compute schedules for CPS that not only cater to their diverse computational hardware but also adhere to real-world constraints critical for system safety. We begin by examining the role of neural network (NN) inference in CPS, exploring strategies to balance energy consumption, latency and throughput by distributing the layers of NN across different accelerators. We then introduce a novel, end-to-end framework that integrates physical constraints, heterogeneous computational resources, and latency considerations into a cohesive mixed-integer linear problem, demonstrating through case studies how this approach yields optimal scheduling solutions under varied conditions. Through this exploration, we aim to shed light on the untapped potential of heterogeneous computing in enhancing the reliability and performance of CPS. We will also outline future directions in developing a more robust ecosystem for these complex computing environments, highlighting our contribution to this evolving field. Speaker(s): Dr. Belviranli Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/417666

Join us Thursday, 2 May, for a Special IEEE-USA Washington Update to learn about how the Creating Resources for Every American To Experiment with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023 (CREATE AI Act) shapes AI development. Our special guest, Katerina (Katie) Antypas from the National Science Foundation, will delve into the establishment of the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR)—a vital hub for AI researchers and students. Speaker(s): Katerina (Katie) Antypas Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/417483