This meeting will cover the growing importance of AI skills for IT professionals and consultants. The session will focus on key AI technologies, skillsets in demand, and practical steps to develop AI expertise. Attendees will gain insights on how to enhance their careers and provide AI-driven solutions to clients. Speaker(s): Dr. Raj Vayyavur, Agenda: - Welcome and Introductions Overview of the meeting's objectives and its importance in today's AI-driven world. - The Evolving AI Landscape Overview of key AI technologies (e.g., Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision) and their business applications. - Core AI Skills in Demand Highlight the critical AI skills in demand, such as data analysis, AI model development, and AI ethics, and how they apply to consulting. - AI Tools and Platforms for Consultants Introduction to popular AI tools and platforms like TensorFlow, Microsoft Azure AI, and OpenAI, with practical use cases for IT professionals. - Building AI Skills: Learning Paths and Certifications Discussion on AI certification programs, online courses, and learning paths to develop AI expertise (e.g., Coursera, edX, Google AI). - Q&A and Networking Open floor for questions, followed by a networking session to discuss opportunities in AI. - Closing Remarks Summary of key takeaways and next steps for attendees to start or enhance their AI skill development journey. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/440424

Our speaker for this month is Mr. Jeffrey Mayer, whose initial degree was in Zoology followed by a 10-year career in the Navy, separating as a Lieutenant Commander. He returned to college earning a BS EE and later a Master's in Technical Management. After a brief stint in private industry, Mr. Mayer returned to the federal government to serve as the lead systems engineer and program manager for several small but challenging training and weapon system programs. He will discuss what it takes to be successful when dealing with others (management and engineers) and how to groom yourself for advancement…the plusses and minuses. One area, as an engineering manager, he found that young people entering the workforce have certain expectations and shortcomings. He always felt (since he was 22) that it was his job to make them successful. Agenda: 4:15 PM registration and refreshments 4:30 PM Presentation by Jeffrey Mayer followed by questions and answers. The presentation will be livestreamed. Room: Classroom, The Baldwin, 50 Woodmont Avenue, Londonderry, New Hampshire, United States, 03053, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/439189

This meeting will focus on how Enterprise Architecture (EA) can be a strategic enabler for IT professionals and consultants. Attendees will learn how EA helps organizations streamline processes, reduce costs, and align IT with business objectives. We will explore key concepts, methodologies, and tools to enhance their consulting practices and IT strategies. Speaker(s): Dr. Raj Vayyavur Agenda: Welcome and Introductions Enterprise Architecture Overview Tools and Techniques for EA Implementation Challenges and Opportunities in EA Q&A and Networking Closing Remarks Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/440420

Abstract: There are several common misunderstandings and controversies that can have significant impact on costs, quality and reliability of ESD programs. These misunderstandings or "myths" result in costly unnecessary expenditures and/or a compromise of the program integrity. These same myths are often cited by skeptics who do not fully understand the physics involved. Consequently, it is important to identify and dispel these myths. Latency is a significant reliability consideration that is surrounded with controversy. Some experts will argue that latency is virtually non-existent while others claim that it is the dominant failure mode. Join us for this highly interactive discussion and learn about Latency as well as common myths such as: Myth: ANSI/ESD S20.20 Is Sufficient For Class 0 Technologies Myth: HBM Failures Dominate ESD Failures Myth: Circuit Boards are Always Less Sensitive to ESD than Devices Myth: Airflow Causes Charging Myth: Humidity Control is Essential for ESD Myth: Fieldmeters Make Accurate Measurements on Machines Myth: Latency Failures Comprise 90% of ESD Failures Co-sponsored by: ESDA NE Chapter Speaker(s): Ted Dangelmayer Agenda: 5:30 PM Pizza, salad, soda, and Networking 6:00 PM Technical Presentation 6:45 PM Questions and Answers 7:00 PM Adjournment Bldg: Main Cafeteria, Lincoln Laboratory, 244 Wood St, Lexington, Massachusetts, United States, 02421, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/438543

On Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6:30 PM ET, the (https://www.TechnologyOnTap.org) will host a presentation on Prototyping amateur radio systems with SDR and Raspberry Pi. [] About the Topic This presentation will describe efforts to integrate USB Software-Defined Radio (SDR) modules with a Raspberry Pi 4 running the Raspberry Pi OS 12 (Bookworm) and open-source radio applications such as Software-Defined Receiver (GQRX) and weak signal communication software (WSJT-X) to create a modular portable amateur radio system. Radio and RF apps, including a GNU Radio FM receiver flowgraph, Quite Universal Circuit Simulator (Qucs) with microstrip RF filter layout simulation, an Octave OpenEMS electromagnetic field solver, a KiCad layout example, and Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller programming examples using the Arduino IDE and the VS Code IDE, are also explored. CNNNJ Invites You to Join the Network Founded in 1992, the IEEE Consultants Network of Northern NJ (CNNNJ) encourages and promotes the use of independent technical consultants by business and industry. The CNNNJ invites all engineers engaged in independent practice to join its ranks. For more details on member benefits and admission requirements, please visit our website at (https://www.technologyontap.org/). Speaker(s): Jay Morreale Agenda: Agenda - Introductions - Speaker presentation - Audience questions welcomed - Networking Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/443644

Join us for a special fun event where SNHU Alumni and IEEE Young Professionals come back and give our students advice on how to navigate SNHU program specifically how to positioning yourself best for a productive career in general. Learn what worked for the alumni and what advice they can give on specific classes, activities and things to do to maximize your chance of getting a job. Learn how IEEE Young Professionals can help you advance your career. We invite all IEEE professionals who would like to join us for this event and share their knowledge with our students. We appreciate your mentorship. Please join us over food and fun while educating our students. Raffle with prizes to follow. Room: 128 A, Bldg: School of Engineering, Technology and Aeronatics, 2500 North River Rd., Manchester, New Hampshire, United States, 03106

Exploring the Potential of Deep-Learning and Machine-Learning in Dual-Band Antenna Design Keywords Antennas, Dual Band, Computational Modeling, Mathematical Models, Antenna Arrays, Training, Accuracy, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Antenna Design, Dual Band Antennas, AI Antenna, Deep Learning, Antenna Design, Dual Band Antenna, Dual Band Antenna Design, Neural Network, Support Vector Machine, Design Process, Machine Learning Models, Machine Learning Techniques, Design Parameters, Internet Of Things, Reflection Coefficient, Operating Frequency, Regression Problem, Residual Network, Wireless Communication Systems, Internet Of Things Applications, Modern Communication, Antenna Performance, Residual Neural Network, Electromagnetic Simulation, Multiple Outputs, Neurons In Layer, Hidden Layer, Internet Of Things Devices, Res Net Model, Horizontal Stripes, Vertical Stripes, Simulation Technology, Traditional Antenna Abstract This article presents an in-depth exploration of machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) for the optimization and design of dual-band antennas in Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Dual-band antennas, which are essential for the functionality of current and forthcoming flexible wireless communication systems, face increasing complexity and design challenges as demands and requirements for IoT-connected devices become more challenging. The study demonstrates how artificial intelligence (AI) can streamline the antenna design process, enabling customization for specific frequency ranges or performance characteristics without exhaustive manual tuning. By utilizing ML and DL tools, this research not only enhances the efficiency of the design process but also achieves optimal antenna performance with significant time savings. The integration of AI in antenna design marks a notable advancement over traditional methods, offering a systematic approach to achieving dual-band functionality tailored to modern communication needs. We approached the antenna design as a regression problem, using the reflection coefficient, operating frequency, bandwidth, and voltage standing wave ratio as input parameters. The ML and DL models then are used to predict the corresponding design parameters for the antenna by using 1,000 samples, from which 700 are allocated for training and 300 for testing. This effectiveness of this approach is demonstrated through the successful application of various ML techniques, including Fine Gaussian Support Vector Machines (SVM), as well as Regressor and Residual Neural Networks (ResNet) with different activation functions, to optimize the design of a dual-band T-shaped monopole antenna, thereby substantiating AI's transformative potential in antenna design. Authors: RIDA GADHAFI 1 (Senior Member, IEEE), ABIGAIL COPIACO 1 (Member, IEEE), YASSINE HIMEUR 1 (Senior Member, IEEE), KIYAN AFSARI 2 (Member, IEEE), HUSAMELDIN MUKHTAR 1 (Senior Member, IEEE), KHALIDA GHANEM 3,4, AND WATHIQ MANSOOR 1 (Senior Member, IEEE) Agenda: 7:30 Tea and Coffee 7:45 Paper discussion 8:30 End 6 Flagstone Dr, Hudson, New Hampshire, United States, 03051, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/442040

- Audience: Engineering students, researchers, robotics enthusiasts, and professionals. - This joint event is an opportunity to inspire budding roboticists, students, professors and strengthen collaborations across IEEE RAS sections. We believe the involvement will make a significant impact on its success. - More details are on this site: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/446641 - Speakers are Dr. Jayabalan, Dr. Raghavan NH Section RAS Chair, Dr. Vijayalata, Dr. Portillo-Velez and Dr. Subh. Please see above url and agenda here. - Times are in IST time zone in the attached agenda so please note to convert the times to EST time zone accordingly. Co-sponsored by: IEEE Hyderabad India RAS Society Speaker(s): Dr. Sri Raghavan Agenda: Time (IST) Events 18:45 The Link will be open for participants to join 18:50 Introduction to IEEE Hyderabad Section , by Dr Y Vijayalata, Chairman, IEEE Hyderabad Section 19:00 Introduction about IEEE RAS Hyderabad Section by Dr Sudharsan Jayabalan, Chairman, IEEE RAS Hyderabad Section Chapter, Director, IIIRPD Robo Tech LLP, Hyderabad, India. 19:10 Talk1: “ Your Pathway to a Career in Robotics” , by Eng. Abed-Alrahman Subh, CEO of CyberRobotics, Jordan 19:40 Question Session 1 19:45 Talk2: “ Recent Advances and Career Opportunities in robotics” , by Dr. Rogelio de Jesus Portillo-Velez Ph.D., Professor, Universidad Veracruzana Ing Boca del Rio, Mexico 20:15 question Session 2 20:20 Talk3: “Robotics as a Subsumption: Career Opportunities” by Dr.Sri Raghavan, Emeritus Fellow, Motorola & Faculty Wang Institute, Chief Scientist Technology Incubation, Chair IEEE New Hamisphere RAS - USA 20:50 Question Session 3 20:55 Thank you and Valedictory Bldg: Starbucks, 6 Flagstone Dr, Hudson, New Hampshire, United States, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/446425

Leadership recognition dinner to honor our New Hampshire Volunteer Leaders. This includes our 2023 and 2024 ExCom members, Chapter and Affiliate Group teams, and functional group leaders (Student Activities, Educational Activities, History, Newsletter and professional activities) Also our NH Student Branch leaders - Faculty advisor, and chapter president/vice presidents or their designees. $5 Volunteer registration $20 Plus1/non-member registration Room: Suite C, Puritan Conference & Event Center , 245 Hooksett Road, Manchester, New Hampshire, United States, 03104

IEEE Reliability Society- Joint Boston/New Hampshire/Providence Chapter Adcom meeting. Speaker(s): , , , Agenda: Ahead of this meeting, please review Don's minutes and Justin's proposal & draft brochure. All are found in the "Media" section in the VTools event for last Adcom at https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/434343 Agenda - Call to Order - Opening Remarks - Chapter Collabratec site: Boston/Providence/New Hampshire Jt Sections, RL07 - Officer Reports - Secretary - AdCom Meeting Minutes - Treasurer - Awards - Financials - Vice Chair - Technical Meeting Schedule - Potential Technical Meeting Presentations - Newsletter - Webmaster & Social Media - Website Status - Further discussion of Justin's proposal - Chair Report - Recent Technical Meeting Attendance - 13-NOV-2024 ESD Costly Controversial Myths byTed Dangelmayer - Upcoming Technical Meeting Registrations - 11-DEC-2024 Radiation Effects in Electronics: Brief Overview and History by Ethan Cascio - Old Business - MIT Lincoln Laboratory Appreciation / Thank You Plaque andPresentation - Proposed creation of IEEE Boston Reliability Chapter brochureTargeting the Younger Demographic - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter - Chapter banner - New Business - RSVPs for 11-DEC-2024 Radiation Effects in Electronics: Brief Overview and History by Ethan Cascio - Gary Kushner - "Thank you for the invite. I really appreciate them. I cannot make it this year. " - Mark Snyder - "It’s hard to believe I was chair almost 50 years ago. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend the meeting on 12/11. Please convey my warm regards to all the ‘youngsters’ in the chapter." - Aaron Dermarderosian - "I hope this finds you well! When possible and available virtually, I continue to try and attend the Boston Reliability chapter meetings as we definitely have one of the most active chapters in the US! Thanks for the invite, I am planning to attend this year virtually and am looking forward to the talk and seeing others again at the year-end event! If I recall, Charlie Recchia or possibly someone else on the AdCom knew of this program as they would share those facilities for modeling & testing single event upsets for computer systems at high altitude". - Officer Election – Open October 30 / Close December 4 - Communication from Mehdi Si Moussa (simoussa@ieee.org), vice chair of the Worcester County section and Chair of the Microwave Chapter regarding hosting meetings. - Add the Worcester Reliability Chapter to the Boston/Providence/RI Reliability Chapter? - Policy Proposal Discussion - Should we create a chapter policy document, for example to contain the meeting voluntary illness self-reporting notification? - Proposed new policy: "We agree that as Officers and volunteers of the Joint IEEE Reliability Chapter of Boston, New Hampshire, & Providence, we will avoid any real or perceived impression that we have a political affiliation. Officers and other volunteers may take part in partisan political activities freely on their own personal time, but they must not do so in the course of their role and responsibilities for the Chapter, nor should they represent that they are acting for or on behalf of this Chapter, or give the appearance that they are representing the IEEE." - Menu and Logistics for 11-DEC-2025 Meeting - Schedule Next AdCom Meeting - TBD. - Closing Remarks - Adjournment Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/445583