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The IRC for Communication Systems and Sensing, in collaboration with the Electrical Engineering Department, successfully hosted a seminar titled “Electromagnetics for Safer and Smarter Mining: From Exploration to Real-Time Operations.”

The seminar was delivered by Prof. Atef Elsherbeni, Professor of Electrical Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines, USA. The talk highlighted how advanced electromagnetic technologies can enable safer and smarter mining through real-time monitoring and wireless sensing.

Prof. Elsherbeni presented two impactful applications developed by the ARC Electromagnetics Research Group: a wearable RFID-based localization system for tracking miners in underground, GPS-denied environments, and a smart sensing system for real-time monitoring of tool wear in mining machinery. These examples demonstrated the role of electromagnetics in improving safety, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making in underground mining operations.

The session sparked engaging discussions, reflecting strong interest in the intersection of electromagnetics, sensing, and industrial applications.

We sincerely thank Prof. Atef Elsherbeni and all participants for making this seminar a success.