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2025 Test Instrumentation Workshop

Test Instrument workshop

WHEN: April 15 (Tutorials) April 16-17 (Technical Program)
WHERE: Las Vegas, NV 
THEME: Test Instrumentation in a Spectrum Constrained Environment


OVERVIEW

The National Broadband Act has initiated the auction of portions of the RF Spectrum formerly reserved for use by Federal agencies to repurpose the spectrum for commercial use.  Much of the Test Instrumentation used by the T&E community is reliant on the RF spectrum, and these auctions require the Test Instrumentation community to adapt to loss of access to RF frequency bands to maintain current capabilities.  This workshop will support the sharing of ideas and approaches to continuing to provide the necessary Test Instrumentation in this Spectrum Constrained environment.


CALL FOR PAPERS/ABSTRACTS for TRACKS/POSTERS/and TUTORIALS

Technical tracks, tutorials and poster sessions will be unclassified and open to the general community. Abstracts must be strictly non-commercial in scope, pertinent to a technical topic, and no longer than 500 words. Best Paper and Student Best Paper awards will be presented for presenters having full papers.  Submit Your Abstract

Topics for Consideration for Tracks, Tutorials, and Poster Papers
Implications/Approaches of Constrained Spectrum on the following:

Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
RF Tracking Systems
Telemetry Systems
Flight Safety Systems
Test Communications Systems
Data Transmission Systems
Replacing current RF instrumentation systems with non-RF based systems
Spectrally Efficient Approaches
Non-traditional Tracking Approaches
Operational changes to accommodate loss of spectrum
Electronic Warfare Instrumentation
S&T/R&D in spectrally efficient/replacement systems and approaches
Frequency coordination and monitoring
Other topics welcomed

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Abstracts are due February 14, 2025.

Please ensure your abstract is approved for public release and cleared through your organization prior to submitting for consideration. Once your abstract has been accepted, you will be notified with further instructions. Presenters are not exempt from registration and workshop fees. The primary presenter will receive a discounted rate, all other presenters/co-authors will register at the full rate.

We will only accept Online Submissions. 

FULL PAPERS AND BEST PAPER AWARD

Full papers are optional but are not required. Full papers will be reviewed for publication in the ITEA Journal of Test and Evaluation and will be automatically entered in competition for Best Paper and Student Best Paper awards. Journal guidelines and copyright release form are available https://www.itea.org/submissions/


TUTORIALS [April 15th]

All Day 8-hour class (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) 

Basics of Aircraft Instrumentation Systems
Instructor: Mr. Bruce Johnson, NAWC AD

Morning 4-hour class (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Basics of Telemetry
Mr. Gary Thom, Delta Information Systems

IRIG 106-17 Chapter 7 Packet Telemetry Downlink Basics and Implementation Fundamentals
Mr. Johnny Pappas, Safran Data Systems, Inc.

Fundamentals of Test and Evaluation: Planning & Design – Part 1
Mr. Chas McKee, Taverene Analytics

Afternoon 4-hour class (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM) 

TENA/JMETC Solutions for Test and Training
Mr. Gene Hudgins, KBR TENA/JMETC

Fundamentals of T&E: Execution Analysis/Reporting – Part 2
Mr. Chas McKee, Taverene Analytics

Fundamentals of Telemetry Ground Stations
Mr. Mark McWhorter, Lumistar


SPONSORS 

Networking Reception

 

 

 

 

Sponsor Form 

ITEA is a 501(c)3 professional education association dedicated to the education and advancement of the test and evaluation profession. Sponsorships, in part, are tax deductible.

Sponsorship opportunities are available to highlight your organization before and during the event. From Small Businesses with 10 or less employees to our biggest industry leaders, our price point and return on investment will be just what you need to succeed to gaining visibility within the T&E community. 


EXHIBITS 

Commercial, academic, and government exhibits will play an integral part in this Workshop. We will put you in the right place at the right time. Increase your visibility, network with key players, and show your support and commitment to industry and the community!

Exhibit Form
Exhibit Floor Plan
Exhibitor Kit – Coming Soon

Current Exhibitors 

Curtiss-Wright
Delta Information Systems
DeweSoft
GTRI
Haigh-Farr
Lumistar
Raven Defense 
Telspan Data 
Astro haven


HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS & VENUE

Tuscany Hotel and Conference Center 
255 E. Flamingo Road Las Vegas, NV 89169

Call directly to the room Reservations Department at 877-887-2261 and ask for ITEA Workshop group rate.  Direct link. 

The negotiated rate is $99 for our attendees and the typical Las Vegas Resort Fee of $45 has been waived. Each individual is required to provide a major credit card for the first night’s room and tax deposit, which will be charged to guarantee accommodations. Deadline for this rate is 3/18/2025 


REGISTRATION (US DOLLARS)  REGISTER NOW

Regular Registration until March 14
$845 – Non-Member
$695 – ITEA Member / Gov’t Employee / Active-Duty Military

Late Registration after March 14
$945 – Non-Member
$795 – ITEA Member / Gov’t Employee / Active-Duty Military

Special Registration [Speakers, Panel Moderators and Panelists, Track Leads, and Primary Track Presenters]
$495


COMMITTEE LEADS

PROGRAM CHAIR
Paul Knight, Sigma Defense 

TECHNICAL CHAIR
Dr. Michael Robson, Raven Defense 

Questions? TIW2025@itea.org 

Event Details

Date

15 - 17 Apr 2025

Time

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location Map

Details

Start:
April 15 @ 8:00 am EDT
End:
April 17 @ 5:00 pm EDT

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