Explore Innovation in Action: Join a Technical Tour!
Experience engineering beyond the conference walls! Our technical tours offer exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to cutting-edge facilities and research centers, shaping the future of engineering.
See real-world applications of the ideas discussed at the conference, connect with professionals in the field, and gain fresh insights to bring back to your own institutions. Space is limited—reserve your spot early!
RobotiXX Lab
Description: This tour will feature Prof. Xuesu Xiao's RobotiXX lab, in which researchers (XX-Men) and robots (XX-Bots) work together at the intersection of motion planning and machine learning with a specific focus on robustly deployable field robotics.
Length of Tour: 1 hour
Date and Time: Monday, March 30, 6pm
Energy Exploration (E2) Center
Description: Prof. Liling Huang’s E2 Center engages students in hands-on learning in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology, nuclear science, and engineering. Funded by the Virginia Clean Energy Innovation Bank and powered by the Virginia Department of Energy, visitors on this tour will get a unique view into the nation’s first full-scale 12-module NuScale SMR control room simulator.
Length of Tour: 1 hour
Date and Time: Monday, March 30, 6pm
Tours are free. Space is limited and offered on a first come, first served.
Optional Social Activity: Washington Capitals Hockey Game Outing, March 31
We're planning an optional post-conference group outing on the evening of March 31 to a local hockey game (tickets not included with conference registration). This will be a fun opportunity to relax, network, and experience the local culture with fellow attendees. Express interest in your registration form. * Note: Indicating interest doesn't commit you to attend. If enough attendees are interested, we'll follow up with details and ticket pricing before confirming participation.