Title: A Decade of Discovery: My Journey with IBR Integration Overview: Over the past decade, the electric power industry has seen a dramatic rise in the interconnection of inverter-based resources (IBRs) across both transmission and distribution systems. This presentation offers a personal reflection on my professional journey through this evolving landscape—from confronting early technical challenges to contributing to collaborative industry efforts that shaped emerging standards. Drawing on field experience, committee leadership, and cross-sector initiatives, I’ll share key lessons learned in integrating IBRs with a focus on maintaining and enhancing grid reliability. Speaker(s): Manish Patel Agenda: 10:30am - 11:00am - Arrival / Sign in (guest will require temporary badge assignment) 11:00am - 12:00pm - Presentation 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Lunch and Networking Room: Macon Room, Bldg: Georgia Power HQ, 241 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30308

Atlanta's IEEE AP/MTT joint-chapter is hosting an AP-S distinguished lecture and lunch and learn event on October 17th (Fri.) from 11:00AM-12:30PM EST at the Georgia Institute of Technology main campus (Klaus Advanced Computing Building - Classroom 2456). We invited Prof. Ahmad Hoorfar of Villanova University to give a talk titled: "Seeing Through Walls: An Electromagnetic Perspective." Talk abstract and speaker bio can be read below. Anyone interested is welcome to attend! There is a virtual attendance option, but we highly recommend attending in-person since Dr. Hoorfar will be presenting in-person and we want this event to be interactive. This lecture is sponsored by IEEE AP Society Distinguished Lecturer Program. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Guest parking passes will not be provided. There are on-campus guest parking lots near the talk site that charges $2/hr. (Note, Visitor Area 4 is the closest to the Klaus Building.) Visitor Area 4: State Street and Ferst Dr. ((https://maps.app.goo.gl/s6KFoRqEJ4Jd78ad6)) Visitor Area 2: Student Center ((https://maps.app.goo.gl/HmTnyb4CchMj3gWv8)) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What is IEEE AP/MTT? In Atlanta, the local chapters for the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) and Microwave Theory and Technique Society (MTT-S) are merged to form the joint AP/MTT chapter. We are composed of members at various stages of their careers, who work and do research in various electromagnetics disciplines, like antenna design, microwave circuits, RF systems analysis, etc. We welcome any students, young professionals, researchers, and senior engineers in Atlanta to join our joint-chapter and participate in our technical and service activities. Speaker(s): Prof. Ahmad Hoorfar Agenda: 11:00-11:10 AM - Updates on IEEE Atlanta AP/MTT joint-chapter's activities 11:10-12:10 PM - DL with Prof. Ahmad Hoorfar presenting: Seeing Through Walls: An Electromagnetic Perspective 12:10-12:30PM - Q/A, interaction with attendees, and wrap-up. Room: 2456 (Classroom Wing), Bldg: Klaus Advanced Computing Building, 266 Ferst Dr NW, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30332, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/498509

STEM on the MOVE: Exploring Simple Machines Get ready to build, lift, and discover! In this fun, hands-on workshop, kids will explore simple machines like levers, pulleys, wheels, and ramps. Through playful activities and teamwork, they’ll learn how these clever tools help us move things more easily and solve everyday problems. Whether they’re lifting a load with a pulley or racing marbles down a ramp, students will use their creativity and curiosity to become young engineers in motion. This workshop is designed to spark excitement, build confidence, and make science feel like play. Co-sponsored by: MOVE 3320 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta, Georgia, United States, 30066

LMAG Atlanta Sections Award at the Annual Awards Banquet A representative from R3 will present the Atlanta LMAG chapter outstanding award for R3 at the Atlanta Annual Banquet Bldg: Maggianos Little Italy, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd, Dunwoody, Georgia, United States, 30346

Join us for our annual section banquet, where we will be honoring award recipients, networking, and listening to a Keynote Speaker presentation titled "Lidar: Seeing the World with Light’" delivered by Dr. Christopher R. Valenta, a Principal Research Engineer and Associate Division Head at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) Electro-Optical Systems Laboratory (EOSL) . Member discounts are available! The following registration costs are requested for this section banquet: Non-IEEE Member ($55), Member ($45), Senior Member ($40), Life Member ($30), Students ($25). Guests of the respective grade will receive that grade pricing as well. The banquet menu is included below, and a cash bar will be available. Please note that all courses will be served family style for our guests. As a note of reference and information, the content of the talk has a rating of "N" as in for NORMAL people! Everyone is welcomed to join us, and we look forward to seeing you all at the banquet! [] Speaker(s): Dr. Christopher R. Valenta, Principal Engineer and Associate Division Head (Georgia Tech Research Institute - Electro-Optical Systems Laboratory) Agenda: 6:00 – 6:45 pm: Reception 6:45 – 7:45 pm: Dinner 7:45 – 8:15 pm: Awards 8:15 – 9:15 pm: Main Program 9:15 – 9:30 pm: Wrap Up Bldg: Maggiano's Little Italy Perimeter, 4400 Ashford-Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30346

Family STEM Nights bring families together to explore the exciting world of STEM. Whether it's physical science, mathematics, engineering, or information technology, these events offer an opportunity for students and their families to engage in hands-on activities, demonstrations, and discussions led by guest instructors. As a volunteer, you would help lead or assist with three identical, 25-minute STEM sessions starting at 6:00 p.m. and wrapping up by 7:30 p.m. You are welcome to Bring Your Own Activity (BYOA), or we can provide an engaging activity along with all necessary supplies. If you’re available and interested in helping out, please contact Richardson.Melody@gmail.com. We’d be thrilled to have your support in inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers. 1130 Spalding Dr , Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30350

Family STEM Literacy Night is designed to help families grow their understanding of science, technology, engineering, and math. Through hands-on activities, simple experiments, and guided conversations, kids and parents learn how STEM connects to everyday life. The focus is on building confidence with STEM ideas and language, so families can support learning at home and feel more comfortable talking about STEM in school and beyond. As a volunteer, you would help lead or assist with three identical, 25-minute STEM sessions starting at 6:00 p.m. and wrapping up by 7:30 p.m. You are welcome to Bring Your Own Activity (BYOA), or we can provide an engaging activity along with all necessary supplies. If you’re available and interested in helping out, please contact Richardson.Melody@gmail.com. We’d be thrilled to have your support in inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers. 2230 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, Georgia, United States, 30068