
May 10th, 2024
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm – Presentation
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm – IEEE MOVE Disaster Relief Truck Tour (loading zone of Parking Lot 5 behind the physics building)
Location: 220 Blocker
Online via Zoom:
Meeting ID: 92875868059
Passcode: 207593
Speaker: Grayson Randall, IEEE Senior member, CTO – Ascot Technologies, Inc, IEEE Future Directions – Public Safety Technology and LEO Satellite and Systems Initiatives, IEEE MOVE Team – Operations Lead
Faculty Host: Jian Tao, PVFA/TAMIDS
Abstract:
Mr. Grayson Randall will delve into the comprehensive operational aspects of the IEEE MOVE (Mobile Outreach VEhicle) truck, an initiative by IEEE committed to providing emergency response and community support during natural disasters and other crises. The presentation will cover the MOVE truck’s vital role in delivering on-site assistance and technical support to affected areas, enhancing communication and recovery efforts. The talk will also highlight the coordination with local authorities and organizations to streamline operations and maximize impact. Attendees will gain a thorough understanding of how the MOVE truck is deployed in disaster zones, the challenges faced during these missions, and the strategies employed to overcome them, illustrating the essential contribution of IEEE and its volunteers in fostering resilient communities.
Biography:
Grayson Randall is very active in IEEE including Future Directions and Public Safety initiatives. He serves as the Operations Lead for the IEEE-USA MOVE Community Outreach Program, providing power and communications during disasters (move.ieeeusa.org). He partners with the NC State Emergency Response Team and other disaster relief organizations. He is a Life Member of the Vestal, NY Fire Department. Mr. Randall is known in the world of robotics for his leadership of the Insight Racing DARPA Grand Challenge team which boasts final and semi-final positions in the highly competitive international autonomous robotic vehicle races. Mr. Randall serves as Vice President & Chief Technology Officer at Ascot Technologies, Inc., an award-winning software company. A former IBMer with 13 patents, he has over 40 years of experience in systems design and architecture.

References:
- https://move.ieeeusa.org/
- J. M. Conrad, M. E. Randall, G. Randall and G. Vaughn, “Communications Lessons Learned from Operation of the IEEE MOVE Disaster Relief Vehicle,” 2019 IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference (GHTC), Seattle, WA, USA, 2019, pp. 1-4, doi: 10.1109/GHTC46095.2019.9033060. (https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9033060)