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July 2019 –IEEE NSW Section Upcoming Events (3)

July 2019 –IEEE NSW Section Upcoming Events (3)

Contents

1. Announcements

- IEEE UNITE Update www.nswunite.org

- Positions Vacant

2. Opportunities

- Disseminate your project/research: Student Poster Competition Deadline 25 July

- NSW Outstanding Volunteer Awards Deadline 31 August

- US$20,000 in Prizes: IEEE Computational Intelligence Society Competition

- US$2000 Prize: Communication Technology Changing the World by the IEEE Communications Society

3. Upcoming NSW Events

- Vehicular Technology Society NSW Chapter Meeting (UTS) 24 Jul

- IEEE IMS NSW 3rd Annual Workshop on Sensors, Instrumentation and Measurements: Theory and Applications (WSU) 25 Jul

- IEEE PES DL - Polygonal Voltage Space Vector Generation Using Switched Capacitive Filters for Drive Applications (UTS) 25 Jul

- JILS: Drones - Evolution of Unmanned Systems Design (Chatswood) 25 Jul

- IEEE VTS Distinguished Lecture - Airborne Communication Networks: Challenges and Approaches (USYD) 31 Jul

- IEEE UOW IAS Clubs Day Spring 2019 (UOW) 7 Aug

- IEEE UNITE2019 (FREE networking, food, technical and prof development sessions) (Mercure Sydney) 9 Aug

- UNITE2019 - Professional Development Skills for WIE

- UNITE2019 - Becoming an IEEE Senior Member

- UNITE2019 - Process and tips to become an IEEE Fellow

- UNITE2019 - Innovation and Collaboration in the Start-up world

- UNITE2019 - Industry Focused Power Quality Research

- UNITE2019 - A birds eye view of the technological landscape: Seven of the latest

- UNITE2019 - Australia’s Past, Present and Future in Space Technology

- UNITE2019 – Building a LinkedIn profile to capture attention

- UNITE2019 – AI in Practice - Common Use Cases, Successes, and Blockers within Industry

4. Webinars

- Key Wireless Access Technologies for Spectral and Energy Efficiency in 5G and IoT Systems 26 Jul

5. NSW YouTube & IEEE TV

- IEEE Milestone - Parkes Radio Telescope

- Opportunities and Challenges for Autonomy in Micro Aerial Vehicles

- The computing industry in the next fifteen years

- Rebooting Memory Architecture

6. Upcoming IEEE Conferences

7. Next Section Meeting

1. Announcements

IEEE UNITE2019 – www.nswunite.org

Over 150 tickets have already sold and the remaining will go fast. First come, first served, don’t miss out! Regain the total value of your membership fee just by attending.

Why attend? Technology, professional development, networking and free food! A mashup of students, academics and industry/corporate members.

If you have any plans in the next 1-5 years to become an IEEE Fellow, please attend the Fellow session. The Section would like to do more to support our members showcase the excellence hidden within our state.

Positions Vacant

1. Nominations for 2020 IEEE NSW Committee - Interested in making a difference? Interested in growing your CV in terms of leadership and governance? If so nominate now! Details in July Circuit available here: http://sites.ieee.org/nsw/newsletters/

2. Australia Council Student Activities Chair – email Stefan Mozar s.mozar@ieee.org

2. Opportunities

1. Disseminate your project/research Student Poster Competition Deadline 25 July

Think research grant, think research output. What is a free way to disseminate your work especially if you have no grant or little funds? Present your poster at UNITE and expose your work to a very diverse audience. What opportunities await? Best posters will receive awards and the overall best poster will win a Koala breakfast for 2 valued at $120

2. Call for nominations - NSW Outstanding Volunteer Awards Deadline 31 August

The awards recognize the contribution NSW members make to the IEEE and its vision of advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. The four awards are:

- IEEE NSW Outstanding Volunteer

- IEEE NSW Outstanding Young Professional

- IEEE NSW Outstanding Women in Engineering Volunteer

- IEEE NSW Outstanding Student Volunteer

The winner of each award will be presented with a plaque at the annual NSW Section AGM held in November. The winners of each category will be nominated by the NSW Section to the respective Region 10 and Australia Council awards.

More information: http://sites.ieee.org/nsw/awards-recognition/

3. US$20,000 in Prizes: IEEE Computational Intelligence Society Competition

In this competition, you’ll benchmark machine learning models on a challenging large-scale dataset. If successful, you’ll improve the efficacy of fraudulent transaction alerts for millions of people around the world, helping hundreds of thousands of businesses reduce their fraud loss and increase their revenue. https://www.kaggle.com/c/ieee-fraud-detection/overview

4. US$2000 Prize: Communication Technology Changing the World, by the IEEE Communications Society

Recognizes students or teams of students who demonstrate the capacity to improve the lives of people, through the application of communication technology and the development of projects that meet the human needs of people. Deadline 15 August 2019.

More information: https://www.comsoc.org/communications-technology-changing-world

3. Upcoming NSW Events

1. Vehicular Technology Society NSW Chapter Meeting

Meeting to discuss events and activities of the chapter for 2019

Date: 24 July 2019

Time: 2:00PM – 3:00PM

Location: University of Technology Sydney

More Information: https://meetings.vtools.ieee.org/m/199944

2. IEEE IMS NSW Chapter, Sydney 3rd Annual Workshop on Sensors, Instrumentation and Measurements: Theory and Applications

Abstract: The objective of the workshop is to bring together industry and academia to learn about the work of fellow colleagues, share ideas and vision about the present challenges and opportunities in a number of industry sectors, and identify common areas for collaboration.

No registration required. Please just turn up.

Date: 25 July 2019

Time: 9:30AM – 3:30PM

Location: Western Sydney University (Parramatta)

More Information: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/201723

3. IEEE PES Distinguished Lecture - Polygonal Voltage Space Vector Generation Using Switched Capacitive Filters for Drive Applications

Abstract: The dodecagonal voltage space vector structure generation for an induction motor drive with open-end structure will be introduced in the first part of the lecture, and then it will be extended to the normal three-phase IM drive using a switched capacitive H-bridge acting as a fifth and seventh order harmonics, throughout the modulation range,

Speaker: Prof Kumarkutti Gopakumar of Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

Date: 25 July 2019

Time: 5:00PM – 6:30PM

Location: University of Technology Sydney

More Information: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/200934

4. JILS: Drones - Evolution of Unmanned Systems Design

Abstract: This presentation will initially discuss the evolution of Unmanned System design and manufacturing and the considerations for incorporating the use of drones into a business, including the regulatory aspects. The presenter will then look at the present status and the future of unmanned aerial system platforms.

Speaker: Jack Cullen CEO and Co-Founder of JAR Aerospace

Date: 25 July 2019

Time: 5:30PM – 8:30PM

Location: Chatswood

More Information: https://meetings.vtools.ieee.org/m/201712

5. IEEE VTS Distinguished Lecture - Airborne Communication Networks: Challenges and Approaches

Abstract: This lecture will present mechanisms and protocols for Airborne Communication Networks and point out future research directions.

Speaker: Prof. Dapeng Oliver Wu

Date: 31 July 2019

Time: 1:00PM – 3:00PM

Location: University of Sydney

More Information: https://meetings.vtools.ieee.org/m/201709

6. IEEE UOW IAS Clubs Day Spring 2019

Abstract: IEEE IAS UOW Student Branch Chapter is organizing promotional activities on the clubs day with lots of amazing activities. You will find valuable information regarding to things in Industry Application of electrical engineering at the stall.

Date: 07 August 2019

Time: 9:30AM – 2:00PM

Location: University of Wollongong

More information: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/200784

7. UNITE2019 – Networking, Exhibits and Student Posters

Abstract: Network with all the student branches, affinity groups and technical chapters in one place with some free food. This is the one event in the year that you don’t want to miss out on. Registration is a must and first come first served!

Date: 09 August 2019

Time: 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Location: Mercure Sydney Central

More Information: https://www.nswunite.org/

7.1. UNITE2019 - Professional Development Skills for WIE

Abstract: A workshop on the topic of "professional development" with 3 speakers Anne Gardner, Varsha Chowdhury and Shujuan Huang

Time: 4:00PM – 5:40PM

7.2. UNITE2019 - Becoming an IEEE Senior Member

Abstract: Membership Development Chair Bruce Poon will briefly outline the reasons IEEE members should aspire to reach Senior Member status. He will explain the process and the support the NSW Section can provide.

Time: 4:00PM – 4:20PM

7.3. UNITE2019 - Process and tips to become an IEEE Fellow

Abstract: IEEE Fellow Subhas Mukhopadhyay will relive his war stories on the process of becoming an IEEE Fellow. He will outline a range of tips based on his experience. This session is suitable for any IEEE member that would like to aspire to receive Fellow recognition some time into the future.

Time: 4:25PM – 4:55PM

7.4. UNITE2019 - UNITE2019 - Innovation and Collaboration in the Start-up world

Abstract: Robert Karimagako is Co-Founder and CEO of GreenGrid Energy, a clean tech start-up specialising in smart microgrid development. Robert will be discussing the importance of ‘Innovation and Corroboration’ in the Start-up world based on his experiences in building GreenGrid Energy. Learn about the journey of following an entrepreneurial pathway.

Time: 4:10PM – 4:55PM

7.5. UNITE2019 - Industry Focused Power Quality Research

Abstract: Prof Perera Director of the Australian Power Quality and Reliability Centre (APQRC) has been closely working for many years with a diverse range of stakeholders in Australia on power quality issues of significant relevance. These stakeholders include electricity transmission and distribution sectors, standardising bodies and industries in general. This talk will present a brief overview of several projects, some of which have led to high level research and some have led to significant industry impacts at national level. The presentation will conclude with an overview of the vision for future activities.

Time: 5:00PM – 5:40PM

7.6. UNITE2019 - A birds eye view of the technological landscape: Seven of the latest

Abstract: An opportunity for students and Young Professionals to obtain a quick overview of seven of the latest technologies. Discover the impact, key concepts and what is needed to move forward in the field. Topics covered will include 5G, Video and Audio analytics, Augment and virtual reality, Medical robotics, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Cube Satellite.

Time: 5:00PM – 5:40PM

7.7. UNITE2019 - Australia’s Past, Present and Future in Space Technology

Abstract: IEEE Fellow Prof Karu will provide a brief overview of Austalia’s past involvement of space technology including Australia’s role with the Parkes radiotelescope to assist in the reception of the first communication to Earth from a human walking on the moon in 1969. He will then discuss his latest advances working on the twin-array antenna system aboard the world's first entirely Ka-band CubeSat satellite – Audacy Zero. He will conclude discussing future opportunities.

Time: 5:45PM – 6:30PM

7.8. UNITE2019 – Building a LinkedIn profile to capture attention

Abstract: A critical component of career success is having a stand out LinkedIn profile. The other part of the equation is knowing the right people. In this practical session LinkedIn trainer Karen Tisdell will share her top tips on making your LinkedIn profile capture attention in an increasingly noisy marketplace, as well as showing you how to reverse-engineer your success by growing a strong network.

Time: 5:45PM – 6:30PM

7.9. UNITE2019 – AI in Practice - Common Use Cases, Successes, and Blockers within Industry

Abstract: AI is so hyped at present, it's painful. Behind the jargon though are some awesome teams quietly achieving amazing things both at home and abroad. Join this session to get 1. a broad overview of how companies are putting AI to work, 2. learn of common issues and blockers in AI project 3. Take away some deep dive case studies from Salesforce, Stitch Fix, and Atlassian

Time: 5:45PM – 6:30PM

Please note that our events are advertised across numerous sites.

Find out First:

IEEE vTools https://events.vtools.ieee.org

Rolled out Progressively:

Our Section Website http://sites.ieee.org/nsw/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/IEEE-NSW-Section-146048629397751/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13578458

4. Webinars

1. Key Wireless Access Technologies for Spectral and Energy Efficiency in 5G and IoT Systems

Abstract: The talk will present detailed 5G system model, technology background, mathematical approaches and performance results based on both analysis and simulations. Key technical insights from these studies will be provided.

Speaker: Prof Rose Qingyang Hu

Date: 26 July

Time: 7:30 – 9:00AM

More Information: https://meetings.vtools.ieee.org/m/200529

5. NSW YouTube & IEEE TV

NSW YouTube

23 July - IEEE Milestone - Parkes Radio Telescope

URL: https://youtu.be/8EjsxeqdWS0

IEEE TV Recent Uploads

19 July - Opportunities and Challenges for Autonomy in Micro Aerial Vehicles

URL: https://ieeetv.ieee.org/conference-highlights/2019-icra-plenary-2-opportunities-and-challenges-for-autonomy-in-micro-aerial-vehicles

12 July - The computing industry in the next fifteen years