IEEE Region 5

This session explores the methodologies and standards for achieving precision in waveform digitization, critical for accurate data acquisition and system analysis. Participants will learn how IEEE 1057 defines performance parameters, test methods, and validation techniques to ensure reliable, repeatable measurements in modern electrical and electronic systems. The workshop emphasizes how precision digitization forms the foundation of trustworthy simulations, controls, diagnostics, and signal processing. PDH certificates will be provided. Offered by the IEEE Oklahoma City Section as part of the Standard Electrical and Electronic Engineering (SEEE) Workshop Series. Speaker(s): Reza Kandezy Room: N0202, Bldg: Sarkeys Energy Center, 100 Boyd St, Norman, Oklahoma, United States, 73019-1102, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/483194

Reinforcement learning has gained traction in research as a machine learning method for the control of autonomous vehicles. Its paradigm of learning by traversing through a series of states has shown to work well with the dynamic nature of driving. However, for safety reasons, much of the research effort is performed in simulators. This work sought to utilize a driving simulator to train an autonomous vehicle using various reinforcement learning methods, with the goal of the vehicle to reach a destination while staying within the road and avoiding collisions with other obstacles. Three methods were explored. The first utilized a Deep Q-Network (DQN) based algorithm with the state being defined by direct values and reward shaping. The second method extended upon the first, utilizing a Proximal Policy Optimization (PPO) based algorithm. It included additions to the reward function based on lessons learned and experimentation with a CNN based state representation. It was shown to learn to solve a driving scenario with less needed steps, as compared to the first method. The final method utilized behavioral cloning with images as its state representation. It was shown to be a minor improvement over its baseline. Talk is limited to US citizens. Registration is required for non-SwRI employees. Lunch will be provided. Speaker(s): Joseph Clemmons Bldg: Building 51, 6220 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78238

Anatomy of an Accident: How Sloppy work and a Lack of Documentation Caused Massive Payouts! On Thursday morning, January 7, 1999, a woman walking to work died on the sidewalk in front of UTSA downtown. The cause was ruled as electrocution from an energized metal lid in the sidewalk. The resultant investigation revealed a lack of final inspection on the original work and many problems with subsequent work. Enough that San Antonio’s Central Power Supply (CPS) and others paid out a combined $6.4M. James Mercier, who was at that time an engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation, will present and discuss the various errors discovered from his investigation for TxDOT and in the court records. Long after the court case was settled, James may have figured out what really happened that day! Speaker(s): James, Agenda: - Introduction - Presentation by Mr. James Mercier Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/482904

At the door, there is a $15.00 fee for Members, $20:00 for Guests and $5.00 for Students. to cover cost of the meal. We accept Cash or Check, no credit cards. Exact amounts preferable. Remainder of the tab will be picked up by the PES and LMAG. Generally attendees only pay 70% of the cost of their meal. Speaker(s): Dr.Pickett, Agenda: 11:00 Set up time 11:30am: Social & Announcements: Call to order 12:00pm: Lunch 12:30pm: Technical talk and discussion 1::00pm: adjourn Room: Private Meeting Room, Bldg: La Fonda, 8633 Crownhill Blvd, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78209

Abstract As organizations accelerate cloud app modernization, AI-powered DevOps is one of the most transformative enablers. AI is rapidly reshaping how modern cloud applications are built, deployed, and managed, from automating deployments to intelligent monitoring and self-healing infrastructure. In this 40-minute session, we will explore: - The evolving role of AI in DevOps pipelines to accelerate cloud app delivery and infrastructure management. - AI-driven deployment automation, monitoring, and incident management for modern cloud applications. - How generative AI models enable code generation, auto-remediation, and intelligent CI/CD pipelines. - Case studies from cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) showcasing AI-powered DevOps in action. By attending this session, DevOps engineers, cloud architects, and engineering leaders will learn practical methods to infuse AI into their cloud app modernization journey, ensuring faster delivery, higher resilience, and lower operational costs. Speaker(s): Akshay Mittal Agenda: 6:25to 6:35 PM - Open for participants to enter and network. 6:35 to 6:40 PM - IEEE LM and CTCN Business meeting and to introduce speaker. 6:40 to 7:55PM - Formal Program and Q&A. Room: 1, Bldg: Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Rd., Austin, Texas, United States, 78754, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/485864

With the rising interest in edge computing, and the addition of AI/ML functionality, nanopower circuits are in great demand to reduce the quiescent power consumption of remote sensors. Moreover, due to limited battery size, energy harvesting is used to provide more power to sensors and to extend the lifetime. In this tutorial, fundamental building blocks for nanopower circuits will be covered, including startupless low-voltage references, low-frequency clocks, and LDO regulators. Energy harvesters as well as fundamental energy harvesting interface circuits will be surveyed. Attendees can expect a deep dive into fundamental and practical analog techniques to design nanopower systems. Speaker(s): Joey, TBD, Colorado, United States

Nanopower design Agenda: 6:00 pm Doors Open 6:30 pm Welcome-Kris Waage 6:45 pm Did'ja Hear?- Scott Evans 7:00 pm Main Presentation 8:30 pm End Loveland, Colorado, United States, 80537, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/481716

TBD Agenda: 6:00 pm Doors Open 6:30 pm Welcome-Kris Waage 6:45 pm Did'ja Hear? Scott Evans 7:00 pm Main Presentation 8:30 pm End Loveland, Colorado, United States, 80537

This session examines the critical concepts and testing methodologies behind high-accuracy data conversion in modern electronic systems. Participants will explore how IEEE 1241 defines standardized terms, performance metrics, and evaluation procedures to ensure consistency and precision in analog-to-digital conversion. The workshop emphasizes the importance of reliable data conversion for embedded systems, communication networks, measurement instrumentation, and control systems. PDH certificates will be provided. Offered by the IEEE Oklahoma City Section as part of the Standard Electrical and Electronic Engineering (SEEE) Workshop Series. Speaker(s): Reza Kandezy Room: N0202, Bldg: Sarkeys Energy Center, 100 Boyd St, Norman, Oklahoma, United States, 73019-1102, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/483200