Events

Title: Measuring the Behaviour of Planetary Entry Wake Flows When: 4 August 7pm Where: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MzkxOTlkYjItNmQzZC00MmM4LTkzMGYtZjFkNmE0OTVhYTU0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%223ff6cfa4-e715-48db-b8e1-0867b9f9fba3%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2254161dc0-27a7-4593-b943-bf35a0e00257%22%7d Speaker: Prof. Sean O’Byrne from ANU Abstract: The flow behind a vehicle entering a planetary atmosphere is very challenging to model, because the density is very low, allowing the flow to slide along surfaces and because counter-rotating vortices are set up that can produce a range of possible flow configurations, as seen in the recent Artemis re-entry flights. These conditions can, however, be investigated in the controlled conditions achieveable in hypersonic ground test facilities using laser-based measurement techniques. This talk will summarise some of the measurement techniques that have been developed to investigate these fascinating flows. Bio: Sean O'Byrne is the Professor of Aerospace Engineering at the Australian National University. Prior to his ANU appointment in 2023, he worked at NASA Langly Research Centre in Virginia and for 20 years teaching engineers and doing research at the Australian Defence Force Academy. His research interests have mostly been associated with the design of laser-based fluid sensing systems for high-speed flight, but he has also been involved with experiments on supersonic combustion ramjet engines and planetary entry physics, as well as the dynamics of short-duration plasmas. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/571030

Speakers: 1. Johanna Rigby: Electrical Engineer at APD Global 2. Sanaz Tabasi: Energy system’s Engineer at Jemena 3. Tanzeela Khan: Technical Director at FYFE Date and Time: Thursday, 6th August 2026, 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM (AEST) Venue: Building 80, Level 2, Room 2 (080.02.002); 445 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000. Speaker(s): Johanna , Sanaz , Tanzeela Room: Level 2, Room 2, Bldg: 80, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, VIC 3000, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/569001

Title: Outplaying Elite Table Tennis Players with an Autonomous Robot Speaker: Prof Peter Stone, Truchard Foundation Chair in Computer Science, The University of Texas, Austin, Texas, USA Location: Virtual (Zoom) Time: 12.00 – 1.00 pm (AEST) Friday 7th August 2026 VTool Link: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/567875 For further details, contact: Malka N. Halgamuge, Chair VIC CIS ([email protected]) VIC CIS Chapter website:https://r10.ieee.org/victorian-cis Speaker(s): Prof Peter Stone Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/567875

The IEEE Student Branch of the University of Melbourne, sponsored by Analog Devices Australia Pty Ltd and supported by the IEEE Victorian Section, organizing a two day hackathon, MCU HACK 2026: Digital Systems Design Challenge. This two-phase event is tailored for students and digital systems enthusiasts eager to tackle real-world hardware design problems. Participants will gain hands-on experience working with FPGAs, designing instruction set architecture performance, and pitching their solutions to industry experts. Educational materials and tutorials will be provided prior to the event to assist attendees. - Phase 1 (Launch & Kick-Off): Friday, August 7, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (AEST) - Phase 2 (2-Day Hackathon): Saturday & Sunday, August 8–9, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (AEST) Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of programming (C/Python), digital design concepts, and GitHub basics. Participants can join individually or in teams of up to 3 members. Top performers will compete for cash prizes, while all attendees will receive e-certificates. Complimentary lunch and refreshments will be provided on both hackathon days. Co-sponsored by: IEEE Victorian Section Agenda: 4.30 PM – 4.45 PM Registration 4.45 PM – 4.50 PM Welcome Address 4.50 PM – 5.00 PM Event Launch 5.00 PM – 5.40 PM Technical Tutorial Session 5.40 PM – 5.55 PM Q&A and Networking 5.55 PM - 6.00 PM Closing Remarks Room: Room 201, Bldg: Building 193, Newton Room, Level 2, Carlton, Victoria, Australia, 3053

Title: Introduction to Satellite Coordination When: Tue 11-Aug-26 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Where: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MTIzYTFkZGUtNjVkNi00MzJiLWEwOGYtNmU3ZjU2ODViYjc3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%223ff6cfa4-e715-48db-b8e1-0867b9f9fba3%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2254161dc0-27a7-4593-b943-bf35a0e00257%22%7d Speaker: Dr. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tharaka-dissanayake-7702771a/), Defence Abstract: Satellite coordination is an essential part of satellite systems that the orbits are secured through an international framework. The seminar will introduce the International Telecommunication Union procedures that nations should follow to ensure interference free satellite operation. At a high level the technical elements of the process will be discussed. We will also briefly look at challenges faced by the regulatory regime. Fundamental knowledge of satellite communication is expected. Bio: Dr Tharaka Dissanayake is a Chartered Professional Engineer with over 17 years of experience in government and academia, specialising in RF systems, satellite communications, and spectrum engineering. He has supported Australia’s space and communications capability through technical leadership, major program support, and the evaluation of advanced spectrum management tools. Tharaka has contributed to ITU satellite regulatory work since 2015, presenting studies that support long term spectrum sustainability. He holds a PhD in Electronics, has published in IEEE Transactions and book chapters, and previously developed innovative RF hardware for biomedical telemetry at the University of Newcastle Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/571182