In this talk we will discuss the history and the modern state of sound capturing and speech enhancement. We will start with the general architecture of speech enhancement pipelines for the needs of hands-free telecommunication and distant speech recognition. The talk will discuss both classical approaches using statistical signal processing and deep learning using neural networks. It will be illustrated with real-life examples from the speech enhancement audio pipelines in Kinect, HoloLens, and Teams. Co-sponsored by: Fairleigh Dickinson University Speaker(s): Dr. Ivan Tashev, Agenda: In this talk we will discuss the history and the modern state of sound capturing and speech enhancement. We will start with the general architecture of speech enhancement pipelines for the needs of hands-free telecommunication and distant speech recognition. The talk will discuss both classical approaches using statistical signal processing and deep learning using neural networks. It will be illustrated with real-life examples from the speech enhancement audio pipelines in Kinect, HoloLens, and Teams. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/350936

Dr. Hugh Zhu is currently the Chair for the DEIS Technical Committee on Aging Factors. The function of the technical committee is to gather knowledge on insulation aging and failure mechanisms; helping to develop IEEE standards for evaluating material and insulation life under different stress factors. Providing leadership, information, and coordination through the organization of technical meetings, workshops, sessions, and publications. Develop or revise guides for the use of statistics in the evaluation of electrical insulation properties. His presentation will focus on Accelerated aging testing on stator bars and coils of rotation machines. The seminar is sponsored by the Aging Factors Technical Committee of DEIS Speaker(s): Dr. Hugh Zhu, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/352191

Free Autodesk Workshop! Learn Fusion 360 Hands-on intro to Fusion Workshop will cover the following: Overview of what fusion is User Interface and Workspaces Part Modeling Assembling Parts Output options (.stp, stl or 2D drawings in .dwg or .pdf) More information will be sent to you once you signed up: Prepping of your computer with the Fusion 360 software in advance. Ensure fusion is installed and working prior to this workshop. (https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DBnfxMAx-xFzMeJf_3Iifx35eeo9fj8RU7Sq2Iy6mYohHgXJhbwXWrmhHI7hmdJyPuskbk7ZZB51ma6I8iBWDiZSqC4qno1HMyZAW5BBfe1kAzE4WUPZqccC46gdVcTupSdVfS7QfVzhWSKdOeyDTmX-6h3a4dSXodC8BpvbWxKO9MGgDnXFg2mDVxcE-E-w&c=ouVa9BLj_QJcQaHALAs-nRZt_8R120VB7GsdiNv5Yhv0VphgRWBNjw==&ch=pIB_WQQIPEDw7rXS0vhFR4SNb-_s1aNb6EzKi9atERrljd06301iuA==) Click on the Download Fusion 360 Button then watch the video to understand the process you need to take. Agenda: 1 - Introduction and set up 4pm 2 - Workshop 4:15 3 - Dinner break 6pm 4 - Cotinue workshop over pizza Room: 128A, Bldg: SETA IDE (Building P on the map), 2500 North River Rd., Manchester, New Hampshire, United States, 03106

The next meeting of the Worcester Section IEEE Consultants' Network will take place on Wednesday March 29, 6:00PM at the Imperial Buffet at 380 Maple Ave, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. We will start gathering at 6:00 PM for dinner and mingle informally. The Buffet meal is on us. Any alcohol is cash bar. We will start the Networking proceedings promptly at 6:30 PM and we will review the latest results from the latest AICN Consultants survey. All are welcome to attend but you need to sign up as we need an accurate count. We will be organizing future meetings and topics of interest. I hope to see everyone there. Co-sponsored by: Computer Society Agenda: Introductions Meal Networking Salary Survey review Planning for future events 380 Maple Ave, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, United States, 01545

Invited Talk: Optical Access Networks for Future Broadband Services Dr. Jun Shan Wey Verizon, Fellow of Optica About the Talk Optical access networks play a crucial role enabling broadband services, e.g., fiber-to-the-x. As 5G wireless network deployments are well underway and 3GPP has begun its planning of Release-19 standards, optical access networks are becoming increasingly important in providing the underlying transport infrastructure. This talk will discuss drivers and requirements for future broadband services as well as the optical access technology and standards being developed to support these services. About the Speaker Jun Shan Wey received her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. She is a Distinguished Engineer in the Technology Standards Planning team at Verizon. Her current work focuses on standardization and industry ecosystem development for optical access networks and 5G video media vertical. Shan participates in many standards organizations, including ITU-T, FSAN, IEEE, 3GPP, ATIS, and has served as an editor for several ITU-T PON standards. Shan has been active in the Optical Fiber Communications (OFC) conference program as the 2022 General co-Chair, the 2022 John Tyndall Award Selection Committee Chair, and a member of the Steering Committee. She currently co-chairs the IEEE INGR Optics Working Group. Shan is a Senior Member of IEEE and a Fellow of Optica. Sponsors: IEEE Princeton/Central Jersey Section IEEE Photonics Society PCJ Chapter All are welcome! You do not have to be a member of the IEEE to attend. The registration is free and required. Registration Required:https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/350290 Time: 8~9PM (Eastern Time), Wednesday March 29th 2023 Zoom: https://futurewei.zoom.us/j/6135444997 Zoom ID: 613 544 4997 Co-sponsored by: IEEE Princeton/Central Jersey Section, IEEE Photonics Society PCJS Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/350290