Company Research Report: Quanser
Company Overview
Name: Quanser
Mission: Quanser partners with universities around the world to develop engineering platforms that accelerate research and transform educational experiences.
Founded: Quanser was founded by Dr. Jacob Apkarian, an engineering professor.
Key People:
- Paul Gilbert, Chief Executive Officer
- Jacob Apkarian, Founder, Chief Technology Officer
- Paul Karam, Chief Robotics Officer & Chief Operating Officer
- Pascal Helou, Chief Finance Officer
- Cheryl Persaud, Sr. Director, Talent & Engagement
- Andrew Romhanyi, Chief Intelligence Officer
- Amirpasha Javid, Director of Sales
- Peter Martin, Director of R&D
- Josie Rahaman, Director of Marketing
- Warren Schad, Director of Operations
Headquarters: No information is available.
Number of Employees: No information is available.
Revenue: No information is available.
What the Company is Known For: Quanser is known for designing and developing cutting-edge solutions for engineering education and research, forming an interdisciplinary ecosystem.
Products
Quanser offers a diverse range of products mainly aimed at enhancing engineering education and research. Below are some of their key product offerings:
Robotics & Mechatronics
- QBot Platform
- Description: A high-performance autonomous ground robot, designed for indoor labs.
- Key Features: Innovative open-architecture, differential drive mobile platform for research and education.
Autonomous Systems & Applied AI
- QCar 2
- Description: A sensor-rich autonomous vehicle for self-driving applications.
- Key Features: Incorporates Nvidia AGX Orin™ for high processing power, 360-degree vision with four cameras, real-time AI-based vision processing, scalability for advanced education and research.
Control Systems & Dynamics
- Qube-Servo 3
- Description: A tool for practical hands-on learning experiences in control systems education.
- Key Features: Fastest path to practical controls with hands-on experiences.
- Aero 2
- Description: A reconfigurable dual-rotor aerospace experiment.
- Key Features: Teaches and facilitates research in control systems courses and topics.
Recent Developments
Recent Product Launches and Features
- QCar 2 Launch: Quanser has developed and released QCar 2, featuring the Nvidia AGX Orin™, allowing for full-scale computational power on a 1/10th scale. It includes 360-degree vision and real-time AI-based processing for self-driving research.
- Integration of Nvidia AGX Orin™: The QCar 2 now utilizes Nvidia AGX Orin™ providing computational power typically reserved for full-size vehicles, offering advanced capabilities for real-time processing without lag.
Partnerships and Collaborations
- Quanser continues to partner with global universities, business organizations, and professional associations to address the evolving needs of the academic engineering community.
Note: Further detailed information on new partnerships or comprehensive employee numbers and revenue data is not provided.
Conclusion
Quanser remains a pioneer in the realm of engineering education and research solutions, continually developing state-of-the-art tools and platforms that empower educational institutions. By integrating cutting-edge technologies such as the Nvidia AGX Orin™ in its products, Quanser ensures that its platforms offer real-time capabilities and advanced research opportunities, keeping them at the forefront of innovation in educational technologies.