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recibidoColloquium on the UTC Timescale
28-29 May 2003
Istituto Elettrtecnico Nazionale (IEN)
Torino (Italy)
Contributed Papers
to the Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale
Dear Colleague,
This letter confirms your interest in attending the ITU-R Special Rapporteur
Group (SRG) Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale. The format of the Colloquium
will allow for some of those attending the Colloquium to present Contributed
Papers. The SRG is very interested in hearing the range of perspectives on
the potential consequences of modifying the guidelines for the production of
transmitted UTC. If you are interested in making a contribution, please
send a one-page précis to Dr. William Klepczynski at
<mailto:wklepczy_at_comcast.net> wklepczy_at_comcast.net outlining the comments
you wish to present to the SRG. Please confine your comments to describing
any projected affects and impact that changes in the current system of
implementing transmitted UTC would have on your operations.
I have attached a draft of the Colloquium agenda to give you an idea of the
range and context of topics to be considered. Once more, thanks for your
interest in this matter and willingness to participate as an attendee to the
Colloquium. Your interest and possible contribution could have a
significant impact on future efforts in the field of International
Timekeeping. Any major change to the UTC timescale as defined in the
current ITU-R recommendations has a potentially significant impact on
synchronization of communications networks, navigation systems and time
distribution performance. The SRG, working under the auspices of ITU-R
Working Party 7A, will forward the results of this Colloquium and any
possible new recommendations to the ITU-R for consideration.
Best collegial regards,
Ron Beard
Chairperson, SRG7A
Encl: Local Information
Draft Agenda
________________
LOCAL INFORMATION
for
ITU-R Special Rapporteur Group (SRG)
Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale
Date: 28-29 May 2003
Place: Instituto Elettrotecnico Nazionale (IEN)
Galileo Ferraris
Strada delle Cacce, 91
I - 10135 Torino Italie
Introduction:
The Colloquium will take place at IEN, Strada delle Cacce 91, Torino. You
can get information on IEN by going to their web site (
<http://www.ien.it/> http://www.ien.it). There is also information on
Torino, including maps and hotels, on various web sites such as
<http://www.expedia.com/> http://www.expedia.com and at the Italian Tourist
Web Guide ( <http://www.itwg.com/> http://www.itwg.com).
Local Arrangements:
Hotels: The LOC would recommend that you stay in one of two hotels that are
within 10-20 minutes walking distance to IEN. Please see attached maps and
brochures. They are:
a)Hotel Cristallo (***), Corso Traiano 28/9, Torino (67-82 Euros)
Tel: 39-011-61 83 83
Fax: 39-011-317 1565
b) Guala Residence (***), Piazza Guala 143, Torino (52-74 Euros)
Tel: 39-011-317 9633
Fax: 39-011-619 0655
When you make your reservations please mention the IEN so that you will
receive the preferred rate. If you wish to stay in a hotel in downtown
Torino, transportation to IEN will not be provided. To go to IEN, you will
have to:
a)take public transportation (45 minute ride); or
b) share a taxi ride to IEN with other attendees; or
c) hitch a ride with someone who has rented a car.
Keep in mind that the meeting site is in the suburbs of Torino and that
there is no funding to provide group bus transportation from downtown hotels
to IEN.
Meals: There are no restaurants convenient to IEN that can handle a large
lunch crowd. Therefore, lunches will be a catered buffet and will be
included in the Registration Fee.
Coffee Breaks: There will be a morning and afternoon coffee break.
Registration Fee: There will be a Registration Fee of 75 Euros. Payment is
due on the first day at the Registration Desk in cash (Euros only). Sorry,
no checks or credit cards can be accepted. The fee includes coffee breaks,
lunches and other administrative costs.
Registration Form
ITU-R Special Rapporteur Group (SRG)
Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale
28-29 May 2003
Family (Last) Name: _________________________________ Given (First) Name:
_________________
Organization/Company:
__________________________________________________________
Mailing Address:
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Country:
_______________________________________________________________
E-mail:
_______________________________________________________________________
Phone: ________________________________ Fax:
______________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________ Date:
__________________
Please complete the Registration Form and submit by 18 May 2003 to
Elisabetta Melli by either
e-mail at: <mailto:Melli_at_amm.ien.it> Melli_at_amm.ien.it or
Fax: +39 011 3919259
For additional information, please contact Dr. William Klepczynski at:
E-mail: <mailto:wklepczy_at_comcast.net> wklepczy_at_comcast.net Phone:
410-798-8457 Fax: 410-798-8567
Draft Preliminary Agenda
Day 1 - 28 MAY 03
Welcome by Prof. Bava, President of IEN
1. Introduction - Mr. R. Beard, NRL
The charter, purpose and activities of the SRG to date and the detailed
agenda and activities of this meeting
2. Astronomical Background - Bernard Guinot
Astronomical history and rationale for the current UTC Leap Second
3. ITU-R Background - Prof. S. Leschiutta, CCTF
International Telecommunications Union, Radio Branch history/rationale for
the current UTC leap second scheme
4. Considerations for International Timekeeping - Dr. T. Quinn, BIPM
a) Scientific/International issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (cost of changes and other commercial
impacts)
Contributed papers
5. Navigation Issues (radio, satellite, GPS, GNSS, celestial) - TBD
a) Technical issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (cost of changes and other commercial
impacts)
Contributed papers
6. Earth Rotation Issues - Dr. D. Gambis, IERS
a) Technical Issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (cost of changes)
Contributed papers
Day 2 - 29 MAY 03
7. Telecommunications Issues - Ms. L. Orr, DISA
a) Technical issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (costs and other commercial impacts or
opportunities)
Contributed Papers
8. Internet Timing Issues and Time Stamp Authority - Dr. J. Levine, NIST
d) Technical issues
e) Operational impacts
f) Financial aspects (costs and other commercial impacts or
opportunities)
Contributed Papers
9. Presentation of SRG Opinions and Recommendation(s) - Mr. R. Beard
Detailed presentation of SRG Opinions and Recommendation(s)
10. Roundtable discussion
Discussion and Consideration of issues raised on proposed recommendations.
11. Summary of Colloquium
Summarize issues and discussion on Recommendation(s) for Proceedings and
Documentation for coordination with interested agencies and scientific
bodies
Adjourn the General Meeting
*
Day 3 - 30 MAY 03 - Executive Session
SRG Executive Meeting (by invitation)
Considerations on preparing Summary of Results of the Colloquium
Finalization of Recommendation(s) to the ITU-R
Adjournment
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Future of the UTC Time Scale
recibidoColloquium on the UTC Timescale
28-29 May 2003
Istituto Elettrtecnico Nazionale (IEN)
Torino (Italy)
Contributed Papers
to the Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale
Dear Colleague,
This letter confirms your interest in attending the ITU-R Special Rapporteur
Group (SRG) Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale. The format of the Colloquium
will allow for some of those attending the Colloquium to present Contributed
Papers. The SRG is very interested in hearing the range of perspectives on
the potential consequences of modifying the guidelines for the production of
transmitted UTC. If you are interested in making a contribution, please
send a one-page précis to Dr. William Klepczynski at
<mailto:wklepczy_at_comcast.net> wklepczy_at_comcast.net outlining the comments
you wish to present to the SRG. Please confine your comments to describing
any projected affects and impact that changes in the current system of
implementing transmitted UTC would have on your operations.
I have attached a draft of the Colloquium agenda to give you an idea of the
range and context of topics to be considered. Once more, thanks for your
interest in this matter and willingness to participate as an attendee to the
Colloquium. Your interest and possible contribution could have a
significant impact on future efforts in the field of International
Timekeeping. Any major change to the UTC timescale as defined in the
current ITU-R recommendations has a potentially significant impact on
synchronization of communications networks, navigation systems and time
distribution performance. The SRG, working under the auspices of ITU-R
Working Party 7A, will forward the results of this Colloquium and any
possible new recommendations to the ITU-R for consideration.
Best collegial regards,
Ron Beard
Chairperson, SRG7A
Encl: Local Information
Draft Agenda
________________
LOCAL INFORMATION
for
ITU-R Special Rapporteur Group (SRG)
Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale
Date: 28-29 May 2003
Place: Instituto Elettrotecnico Nazionale (IEN)
Galileo Ferraris
Strada delle Cacce, 91
I - 10135 Torino Italie
Introduction:
The Colloquium will take place at IEN, Strada delle Cacce 91, Torino. You
can get information on IEN by going to their web site (
<http://www.ien.it/> http://www.ien.it). There is also information on
Torino, including maps and hotels, on various web sites such as
<http://www.expedia.com/> http://www.expedia.com and at the Italian Tourist
Web Guide ( <http://www.itwg.com/> http://www.itwg.com).
Local Arrangements:
Hotels: The LOC would recommend that you stay in one of two hotels that are
within 10-20 minutes walking distance to IEN. Please see attached maps and
brochures. They are:
a)Hotel Cristallo (***), Corso Traiano 28/9, Torino (67-82 Euros)
Tel: 39-011-61 83 83
Fax: 39-011-317 1565
b) Guala Residence (***), Piazza Guala 143, Torino (52-74 Euros)
Tel: 39-011-317 9633
Fax: 39-011-619 0655
When you make your reservations please mention the IEN so that you will
receive the preferred rate. If you wish to stay in a hotel in downtown
Torino, transportation to IEN will not be provided. To go to IEN, you will
have to:
a)take public transportation (45 minute ride); or
b) share a taxi ride to IEN with other attendees; or
c) hitch a ride with someone who has rented a car.
Keep in mind that the meeting site is in the suburbs of Torino and that
there is no funding to provide group bus transportation from downtown hotels
to IEN.
Meals: There are no restaurants convenient to IEN that can handle a large
lunch crowd. Therefore, lunches will be a catered buffet and will be
included in the Registration Fee.
Coffee Breaks: There will be a morning and afternoon coffee break.
Registration Fee: There will be a Registration Fee of 75 Euros. Payment is
due on the first day at the Registration Desk in cash (Euros only). Sorry,
no checks or credit cards can be accepted. The fee includes coffee breaks,
lunches and other administrative costs.
Registration Form
ITU-R Special Rapporteur Group (SRG)
Colloquium on the UTC Time Scale
28-29 May 2003
Family (Last) Name: _________________________________ Given (First) Name:
_________________
Organization/Company:
__________________________________________________________
Mailing Address:
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Country:
_______________________________________________________________
E-mail:
_______________________________________________________________________
Phone: ________________________________ Fax:
______________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________ Date:
__________________
Please complete the Registration Form and submit by 18 May 2003 to
Elisabetta Melli by either
e-mail at: <mailto:Melli_at_amm.ien.it> Melli_at_amm.ien.it or
Fax: +39 011 3919259
For additional information, please contact Dr. William Klepczynski at:
E-mail: <mailto:wklepczy_at_comcast.net> wklepczy_at_comcast.net Phone:
410-798-8457 Fax: 410-798-8567
Draft Preliminary Agenda
Day 1 - 28 MAY 03
Welcome by Prof. Bava, President of IEN
1. Introduction - Mr. R. Beard, NRL
The charter, purpose and activities of the SRG to date and the detailed
agenda and activities of this meeting
2. Astronomical Background - Bernard Guinot
Astronomical history and rationale for the current UTC Leap Second
3. ITU-R Background - Prof. S. Leschiutta, CCTF
International Telecommunications Union, Radio Branch history/rationale for
the current UTC leap second scheme
4. Considerations for International Timekeeping - Dr. T. Quinn, BIPM
a) Scientific/International issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (cost of changes and other commercial
impacts)
Contributed papers
5. Navigation Issues (radio, satellite, GPS, GNSS, celestial) - TBD
a) Technical issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (cost of changes and other commercial
impacts)
Contributed papers
6. Earth Rotation Issues - Dr. D. Gambis, IERS
a) Technical Issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (cost of changes)
Contributed papers
Day 2 - 29 MAY 03
7. Telecommunications Issues - Ms. L. Orr, DISA
a) Technical issues
b) Operational impacts
c) Financial aspects (costs and other commercial impacts or
opportunities)
Contributed Papers
8. Internet Timing Issues and Time Stamp Authority - Dr. J. Levine, NIST
d) Technical issues
e) Operational impacts
f) Financial aspects (costs and other commercial impacts or
opportunities)
Contributed Papers
9. Presentation of SRG Opinions and Recommendation(s) - Mr. R. Beard
Detailed presentation of SRG Opinions and Recommendation(s)
10. Roundtable discussion
Discussion and Consideration of issues raised on proposed recommendations.
11. Summary of Colloquium
Summarize issues and discussion on Recommendation(s) for Proceedings and
Documentation for coordination with interested agencies and scientific
bodies
Adjourn the General Meeting
********************************
Day 3 - 30 MAY 03 - Executive Session
SRG Executive Meeting (by invitation)
Considerations on preparing Summary of Results of the Colloquium
Finalization of Recommendation(s) to the ITU-R
Adjournment
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