THE SAN DIEGO ADVANTAGE
The IEEE Consultants’ Network of San Diego (IEEE/CNSD) is comprised of independent technology consultants who are specialists in all forms of electronics, communications, chip design, computer software, defense technology, electro-mechanical hardware, power systems, new product development, quality assurance, reliability, technology management, business consulting, business development, and intellectual property law.
Because San Diego is considered a world center for Aerospace, RF, Defense and Communications Systems technology, you’ll find a number of our members are conversant in these areas.
SD IEEE Consultants’ Network: July 2025 Meeting (“Home Base”)
Monday, July 21, 2025
Edward Chu – Nuclear Fusion
Edward Chu:
Edward Chu is an electrical engineer and has worked on instrumentation for nuclear fusion research. He has also worked on cellular telephone equipment, semiconductor development, industrial process controllers, robotics, and video games, for companies such as Palomar Scientific Instruments, Lucasfilm, RCA and Panasonic.
What is the past, present, and likely future of nuclear fusion? How is fusion different from fission, and how does it compare to existing energy technologies in terms of efficiency, sustainability, and safety? How will fusion in a reactor differ from the natural fusion that powers the stars? I will explore the history of fusion research, its theoretical foundations, and discuss the current global effort to achieve sustainable, commercial fusion energy.
Mr. Chu will provide an in-depth look at ITER—the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor—the most expensive and ambitious scientific project ever undertaken, designed to demonstrate the feasibility of large-scale fusion power. We’ll also examine other major projects worldwide, including private-sector initiatives and government-backed research programs, as well as the challenges that still need to be overcome, such as plasma confinement, energy input-output balance, and materials capable of withstanding extreme conditions.
WHERE:
Leucadia Pizza UTC / La Jolla
7748 Regents Rd
San Diego, CA
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8z7L5gvRFCeRprJs8
Menu: https://lajolla.leucadiapizza.com/la-jolla-san-diego-leucadia-pizzeria-and-italian-restaurant-la-jolla-food-menu
WHEN:
Monday, July 21, 2025
5:30pm – 7:30 pm
AGENDA:
5:30-6:00 Networking, Order food/drinks
6:00-6:15 “Round Robin” Intros; Announcements
6:15-7:00 Presentation
7:00-7:30+ Follow up Networking/Close
(NOTE: Happy hour pricing ends at 6pm)
We welcome newcomers and old faces we haven’t seen in a while.
COST:
Free, but you are responsible for your own food/drinks
RSVP: RSVP is preferred.
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/san-diego-ieee-meetup/events/303488052
IEEE vtools: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491643
Leadership
Enrique Monteagudo 2025 Chair.
Michael Bryant Vice-Chair (Administration)
Contact us: info@ieeeconsultants.org
Participate
The network is rebuilding after the pandemic. There are lots of ways to participate. We have many events throughout the year scheduled. Anyone is welcome at our events. If you are looking to hire a consultant send us a detailed description of the expertise you are looking to find and we will try and match one of our members to your needs. If we do not have someone with the expertise you need, we may be able to help you find the expertise somewhere else in other IEEE Consultants’ Networks.
Contact us for more information via e-mail: info@ieeeconsultants.org
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Learn about all of the IEEE Societies in San Diego. The IEEE San Diego Section website has contact information on all 32 local societies and chapters. See more details.
