Grace Brewster Hopper (née Murray; December 9, 1906 – January 1, 1992) was an American computer scientist, mathematician, and United States Navy Rear Admiral. One of the first programmers of the Harvard Mark I computer, she was a pioneer of computer programming who invented one of the first code linking routines. Hopper was also one of the first to devise the theory of machine-independent programming languages, and the FLOW-MATIC programming language she created using this theory was later extended to create COBOL, an early high-level programming language still in use today. AFTER the three documentaries (short+medium+short in length) - we can have a brief discussion session. NOTE: You must supply your own soda pop and popcorn! :-) Trivia may also follow, so bring your Jeopardy hats too Agenda: 5:30 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; (on your own) Pizza, Popcorn and Soda Pop 5:35 PM - Documentary 6:35 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 7:00 PM - Wrap Up ALL times are in EST/EDT (UTC-4 or UTC-5) depending upon local day light savings times in when effect Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/456039

Open Forum is a free, optional question & answer style training event that is available to all IEEE members and prospective members in Central Illinois and surrounding sections. This session will offer general tips and assistance for anyone wishing to... * Learn about upcoming IEEE events and volunteer opportunities in central Illinois * Run an IEEE technical chapter or a student branch * Create or renew a technical chapter * Create or organize events * Add new officers * Request IEEE email or website services * Report past or future meetings * Contact other IEEE members in our area * Publish or share IEEE-branded materials ...or perform similar tasks. (13th revision) Agenda: * Introduction to the IEEE CILS * Navigating the IEEE Website * Website resources for volunteers, chapters, and student branches * Call for Volunteers: Open roles in 2025 * Volunteer Tools (vTools) * Training via IEEE Center for Leadership Excellence (CLE) * Using IEEE Collabratec to find events and volunteers * Question & Answer session * Open Floor Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/451341

SEM Chapter 8 Officers AdCom meeting: Contact Scott Lytle: [email protected] for details and Teleconference phone information. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81576058578?pwd=QVdKTm8wN2p3RVh6QXQ0NTIyb0V4dz09 Co-sponsored by: Scott Lytle Agenda: Agenda on-line: Contact Steve Tomba [email protected] for details. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/451642

[] Agenda: 4:30 pm Tour of Plexus Corp (recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early for registration) After the tour- 6:30 pm Dinner at Batley’s Grill & Bar 1010 Cameron Way, Neenah, WI 6:45 pm Section Meeting 2444 Schultz Drive, Neenah, Wisconsin, United States, 54957

The IEEE Southeastern Michigan Section Monthly ExCom (Executive Committee) Meeting (every 2nd Thursdayof the month) same time 6:30 PM EST/EDT (This is a virtual meeting, unless stated otherwise). We will discuss Section mission objectives, guidenace, direction, as well as all the chapter/affinity groups/student branches and section committe reports, events, plans, opportunities to assist each other and help create value for our members. All IEEE members are welcome to attend, but they do need to register in order to receive the webex details. Co-sponsored by: Sharan Kalwani Speaker(s): Christopher Johnson, Sharan Kalwani Agenda: Published on google drive - link sent each month via email to ALL the chapter/Affinity Group/Student Branch/Committee chairs. Ensure you are listed on the ExCom listserv as well (contact [email protected] in case of doubt) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/443664

Rapid nearfield pressure calculations with FOCUS, the ‘Fast Object-oriented C++ Ultrasound Simulator’ Discover the cutting-edge advancements in ultrasound simulation with our presentation on "Rapid Nearfield Pressure Calculations with FOCUS." FOCUS, the Fast Object-oriented C++ Ultrasound Simulator, is revolutionizing the field of medical imaging and therapeutic ultrasound by providing a high-performance, open-source tool for accurate and efficient simulation of ultrasound wave propagation. Speaker(s): Robert McGough, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/455785

The 22nd Annual Workshop on Embedded Systems will be held again this year. Registration is required and is open to engineers, researchers, professionals, academics and students. You are encouraged to join the IEEE, although membership is not required, however IEEE membership is encouraged to realize the maximum potential. There is a one-time non-refundable fee to attend and help cover costs: $5 for all. You are encouraged to become an IEEE member and help support many such future positive events/activities. Email us for any follow up: [email protected] In past years, some of the Embedded System Workshop Sponsors were: (https://www.beningo.com/), Infineon, NVIDIA, ARM, iSYSTEM, Intrepid CS, Altair, DataSwing LLC, DigiKey, IEEE Southeastern Michigan Computer Society Chapter, IEEE Southeastern Michigan Education Society Chapter, Teknowledge LLC and (http://www.oakland.edu/secs/). The aim is to disseminate knowledge, directly benefiting the IEEE members, at the same time improve the technology skills pool, indirectly boosting the Michigan economy. Speakers and experts from the embedded systems industry will be making presentations, and will also be available for discussions and networking throughout the day. In addition to the technical presentations, use this opportunity for networking with other engineers, industry experts and embedded enthusiasts. The theme for this year is: "Diverse/Novel Applications of Embedded Systems". Embedded Systems are playing an important role in the all segments of life - indeed it touches us all w/o us even realizing it. In our geography we see a lot of applications in Autonomous Vehicles (AV) and Electric Vehicles (EV) which include cars, transit buses, trucks of all sizes, and even big-rig tractor trailers, drones, IOT, edge Computing, AI, etc. See the Agenda for the Schedule of Events (updated frequently). Also remember to register with your full US Postal address, so we can send you any door prizes! Sorry no overseas delivery is possible at this time, due to US customs overhead.} NOTE: By registering you will get all the slides, meeting collateral, etc. Co-sponsored by: Subra Ganesan Agenda: Saturday, January 18th, 2025 (All times are in EST/EDT) 08:30 AM - Workshop Begins; Welcome by Dr. Subra Ganesan, Chair ESW 2024 & Sharan Kalwani, Vice-Chair ESW 2024 Speakers and Topics to be announced! 1:20 PM - GROUP PICTURE 1:25 PM to 1: 35 PM - 2nd Raffle Prizes/Drawings 1;35 PM - Vote of thanks and formal closure 1:40 PM - Workshop Ends A Certificate of Attendance is available for those who participate in all the sessions. Please indicate this at the time of registration *and* email the sponsors in advance. As we have many raffle prizes, remember to register with your US mailing address, so we can send you any winnings! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/443658

- Differences between medium voltage switchgear design and testing according to IEEE Stds and IEC stds - A future topic will be: - Application of Ohmic voltage sensors and Rogowski coils to replace traditional voltage transformers and current transformers in medium voltage equipment. Co-sponsored by: Eaton Speaker(s): Mina Youssef, Agenda: 530 dinner 6 presentation 650 Q & A announcements and adjorn Bldg: Scott Conference Center , 6450 Pine Street - pencilled in, final TBD, Omaha, Nebraska, United States, 68106

Join us January 21st, 2025 as we learn from Jessica Morell, Software Product Manager with Rockwell Automation about Edge Computing. Discover how edge computing is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry in this section meeting. We’ll explore the fundamentals of edge computing and delve into its transformative impact on manufacturing processes. Learn how real-time data processing at the edge enhances efficiency, reduces latency, and enables smarter decision-making on the factory floor. Join us to understand the future of manufacturing and how edge computing is driving innovation and operational excellence. Jessica is currently a Software Product Manager at Rockwell Automation and has over a decade of experience in the technology, manufacturing, and industrial automation industries. Her previous role with Boston Consulting Group was managing their IoT consulting and go-to-market offering. Prior to BCG, she was an associate manager for Accenture’s Industry X practice, consulting with clients on how to digitize their operations, processes, and products. In her previous experience, she worked for WESCO, a large industrial automation solutions supply chain company. While there she held various roles and was the subject matter expert and product manager on Industry 4.0, IIoT, software, and industrial networking solutions. She has a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology from the University of Dayton. Virtual Event! We will be hosting this month’s meeting Virtually. Co-sponsored by: Instrument Society of America - WIll-Dupage Section Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/455348

Very little is known about the Indian Nuclear industry, particularly by the moden day society in the USA. Often viewed thru the lens of the Cold War (an incorrect perception by the way), over the last decade it has come to be known as a trustworthy nuclear partner and growing customer for western nuclear technology. The genesis of the current state of India's nuclear energy strategy can be easily traced to Homi J Bhabha (HJB) who was a well known contemporary of the famous physicists and scientists of the 1930s - well before the outbreak of WW-II. Soon after India gained her independance from the British empire in 1947, HJB pioneered a massive movement towards fundamental scientific, mathematical research in India and laid the foundations/ground work for its present day progress. Most current leaders of India's nuclear industry were all hand picked by HJB and bought into his vision. To understand this more intimately, this talk will reflect on his life and contributions as well as briefly touch upon his vision. It is hoped that this presentation, will help spark a future series of talks where we can learn better, how nuclear energy can potentially become a basis for the world's energy needs. This lecture also commenorates the anniversary of his demise (January 24, 1960), Some feedback from attendees of this event: "Thank you so for enlightening us this evening about the life and contributions of Dr. Homi Bhabha. I enjoyed the presentation very much. Thank you from the bottom of my heart." -- Satish Udpa, University Distinguished Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), Michigan State University. "Thanks. The presentation today was excellent." -- R. Uthurusamy (Samy), Retired, Past Director & Staff Research Scientist, General Motors. Speaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Agenda: Agenda 5:30 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; break 5:35 PM - Technical Talk/Presentation 6:35 PM - Q & A; group Discussion 7:00 PM - Wrap Up Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/456046

The IEEE Central Illinois Section's Young Professionals (YP) group is cohosting a January talk by Ashley Greer on personal finance. This is an in-person and online event. Speaker(s): Ashley Greer, Room: 4120, Bldg: Business and Engineering Convergence Center, 1500 W Main St, Peoria, Illinois, United States, 61606, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/454708

Microgrids can allow facilities to maintain continuity of electric power service for critical loads during long duration outages. Most microgrids use a variety of power sources and energy storage to provide on-site generation, including conventional generators, renewables, and energy storage. Traditional batteries typically complement diesel generation operation but are rarely used to replace generators, primarily because of the high cost and limited energy duration of commercially available battery technologies. Flow battery technology offers a potential alternative to traditional chemistries to reduce dependence on conventional generators while still ensuring system reliability. Vanadium redox flow batteries offer unique differentiators to lead acid and lithium-ion battery technologies such as increased safety, longer rated duration, and longer life. However, the nascency of this technology and limited understanding of reliability and operational performance, coupled with high equipment cost, typically limit the opportunities for field deployment. This talk covers the fundamentals of microgrids and discusses the results from laboratory tests of a vanadium flow battery that evaluated the potential for such a battery to replace existing diesel generators. Speaker(s): Dr. Peter Curtis, Agenda: 12:00 - Introduction 12:03 - Presentation 12:50 - Q&A Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/450425