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Gerry Kanter
Strategy & Design Solutions
Research & Development
Past Clients
Carleton University
Texas A&M
Yale University
Univ. of Alberta
Univ. of Manitoba
Sample Projects
3D Scanning
Site Surveys
Research Proposals
Conference Planning
Online Portals
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Statistical Analysis
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Qualitative Research
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Accuracy Studies
Research work is not always as glamorous as portrayed in the latest TV drama, where the answers are found in a sudden flash of insight, justice or fate. However, in reality, research is not unlike trying to put together a puzzle in the dark. Progress is a slow and risky endeavor requiring adherence to a methodological path that is fraught with false assumptions, long hours and dead ends.
If that wasn’t hard enough, researchers also need to administer staff, write reports, find new funding sources and present their findings to their peers and the public at large. Which is why institutions focus their attention on project management, experiment design and statistical analysis of qualitative and quantitative data.
While facts and figures are essential aspects of their work, what is often overlooked is the need to clearly communicate the impact and importance of research findings. I can help organizations to succeed by developing report and policy proposals to get their messages across to a broader audience and persuade funding agencies to continue supporting their work.
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Procurement Plan
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Budget & Schedules
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Request for Proposal
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3D CAD Models
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Reverse Engineering
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Production Drawings
Case Studies
Performance Metrics
The city of Quebec commissioned a 3D site survey to map a recent archaeological excavation. A 3D scanner was setup and used to collect data used to generate point cloud models for archival
The university of Letchbridge in Alberta needed to use scanning data to calibrate their satellite measurements for tree canopies. 3D Training and support was provided to develop this project
production of prosthetic implants requires analysis and measurement of complex surface geometry. Using 3D software, inspection routines were created to produce surface colour maps of production parts
The city of Quebec commissioned a 3D site survey to map a recent archaeological excavation. A 3D scanner was setup and used to collect data used to generate point cloud models for archival
Research work needs a good understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods to collect data, find patterns and uncover hidden relationships.
3D Site Survey / Ville du Quebec
Collecting 3D data for an archeological survey
Geomapping / Univ. Lethbridge AB.
Train researchers 3D modeling uses and applications
Use Cycle Analysis / OC Transpo
Qualitative research to uncover user interaction
Biomedical Analysis / Medical Parts
3D modeling and measurement of organic surfaces
Design Proposals
This document is a sample implementation plan for building and renovation project for a corporate cafeteria. Benchmarks, task and resources are organize into production and monitoring schedules.
This is a sample of a production drawing used to build an aluminium structure used to support heater stations at an outdoor festival. Special consideration was given to weight, heat and installation challenges.
A sample assembly drawing for a light scone and fixture including the bill of materials and cross sections
This document is a sample implementation plan for building and renovation project for a corporate cafeteria. Benchmarks, task and resources are organize into production and monitoring schedules.
Managing projects successfully requires mapping of risks scenarios, developing flexible contingency plans and viable alternatives.
Implementation Plan / Site Expansion
Sample plan for building and renovation project
Engineering Package / Hydro Quebec
Engineering production and assembly drawings
Production Drawings / Expographiq
Production Drawings and cross section
Concept Renderings / Emergency Mask
Concept rendering and product illustration
Project Management
One of the key applications of 3D scanning is to measure production parts by scanning a sample and comparing it to a CAD model. Automate routines and analysis were developed to create basic routines
Yale university uses 3D Scanning to document and archive museum pieces in their collection. Part of the project required on site training and support to develop strategies and teach automation details to researchers and lab technicians
Using 3D Scan Data allows corporation to revere engineer parts with complex geometry. Using RE software, I provided both teaching and design services to develop parts starting with scan data to mesh and eventually into surface and parametric models
One of the key applications of 3D scanning is to measure production parts by scanning a sample and comparing it to a CAD model. Automate routines and analysis were developed to create basic routines
Tracking of production standards tolerances and measurements ensures that products achieve their intended applications
Inspection Reports / ShapeGrabber
Automated 3D part measurement and inspection
Archival Scanning / YALE Univ.
3D digital archive for artifact collection
Online Classroom / Carleton Univ.
Online portal and content to teach CAD applicatons
Reverse Engineering / Metal Brackets
Surface and parametric CAD models from scan data