Technical Tours
Thursday, August 8, 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Arizona State University
Two decades ago, Arizona State University (ASU) set forth a new and ambitious trajectory to become a comprehensive knowledge enterprise dedicated to the simultaneous pursuit of excellence, broad access to quality education, and meaningful societal impact. From that point forward, all of its energy, creativity and resources have been brought to bear on the design of a uniquely adaptive and transdisciplinary university committed to producing master learners. Today, ASU exemplifies a new prototype for the American public research university. ASU’s culture of innovation and inclusion draws pioneering researchers to its faculty and attracts highly qualified students from all 50 states and more than 130 nations. ASU is expanding academic and entrepreneurial opportunities for every type of learner at all stages of life.
Join us for this unique technical tour where attendees will see three distinct laboratories addressing Antenna and Microwave, Terahertz, and NanoFab research. The Antenna Lab includes one of the largest university-based anechoic chambers in the US. This lab is well-known as the hub of activity for ASU Regents’ Professor Emeritus, Constantine A. Balanis. The Terahertz Lab houses a variety of small and large signal tools tailored for characterization of high frequency circuits and systems. NanoFab is a flexible nanoscale processing and fabrication facility offering state-of-the-art device processing and characterization tools for university research and external company prototype development. Attendees will see a 3,800 square-foot class 100 cleanroom and eight auxiliary labs.




Cost: $50 pp advance / $65 pp after the July 1 advance registration deadline
Ticket price includes bus transportation to/from the Phoenix Convention Center and Arizona State University. Tickets are limited and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
**If the tour does not meet the minimum number of attendees required, the tour may be cancelled with refunds being limited to tour fees paid.
Friday, August 9, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
The Boeing Company, Mesa, Arizona
The Boeing facility in Mesa, Arizona, stands as a cornerstone of the company’s defense and aerospace endeavors. Specializing in the production and maintenance of military aircraft, particularly the renowned AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, it serves as a vital component of U.S. military operations. The facility not only boasts advanced manufacturing capabilities but also houses a suite of material measurements laboratories. These labs play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of materials used in Boeing’s products, employing cutting-edge techniques for material analysis and testing. Through the dedication of its skilled workforce, the Mesa facility upholds Boeing’s reputation for excellence in defense aviation. It stands as a testament to Boeing’s commitment to innovation and precision in aerospace engineering.
Tour Requirements:
Due to the military equipment at the site and in order to allow all to participate, Boeing will need to do background checks on all attendees.
- Attendees will be asked to fill out a form issued by Boeing and provide a valid driver’s license or passport
- Boeing will have the ability to deny attendance based on the background check; if this is the case, the tour fee will be refunded
- If the tour does not meet the minimum number of attendees required, the tour may be cancelled with refunds being limited to tour fees paid




Photos courtesy of Boeing
Cost: $75 pp advance/$90 pp after the July 1 advance registration deadline
Ticket price includes bus transportation to/from Boeing and the Phoenix Convention Center. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis; registrations will NOT be accepted after Sunday, July 14, if space is still available. Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen, are highly recommended as some of the tour area will be outdoors.