The aim of the course addresses the principles and implementation of phased array, and their use in the design and operation of modern multi-function radars (MFRs). The main topics of the course will be Power division in passive arrays, Properties and use of phase control components, Design of active arrays, Sidelobe design, Problems of mutual coupling, Limitations of conventional radars, Use of phased arrays to optimise search and track functions within a single radar, Design examples of operational MFRs.

More information can be found in http://www.cranfield.ac.uk/dcmt/shortcourses/

IEEE WCNC is the premier wireless event for wireless communications researchers, industry professionals, and academics interested in the latest development and design of wireless systems and networks. Sponsored by the IEEE Communications Society, IEEE WCNC has a long history of bringing together industry, academia, and regulatory bodies. In 2008, IEEE WCNC will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, co-located with CTIA WIRELESS 2008 (the world's largest wireless show). IEEE WCNC 2008 registrants will have free admission to the CTIA exhibit floor.

More information is available on the website http://www.ieee-wcnc.org/2008/index.html

PIERS 2008 provides an international forum for reporting progress and recent advances in the modern development of electromagnetic theory and its new and exciting applications starting 1989. Spectra ranges from statics to RF, microwave, photonics, and beyond. Topics include radiation, propagation, diffraction, scattering, guidance, resonance, power, energy and force issues, and all other modern developments.

More information is available on the website http://piers.mit.edu/piers/index.html