Sensequake
Farshad Mirshafiei, Ph.D., P.Eng. has extensive experience in the field of structural analysis and engineering. Farshad served as the CEO of Sensequake, where they led numerous landmark projects across Canada, USA, and Mexico. Farshad'srole involved providing full sensing-based structural analysis technologies to various clients, including government organizations, engineering firms, and educational institutions.
Prior to their role at Sensequake, Farshad worked as a Researcher at McGill University. During their tenure, they developed a patented 3-dimensional simplified seismic assessment method called 3D-SAM. Farshad also wrote the software for 3D-SAM using Matlab and performed dynamic analysis on finite element models of buildings using Sap2000. In addition, they served as a Teaching Assistant, Conference Organizer, Council member, and Manager and Researcher during their time at McGill.
Farshad also gained experience as a Consultant in Montreal, Canada, where they provided their expertise on a specific project. Farshad also interned at Clausthal University of Technology, gaining valuable practical experience.
Overall, Farshad Mirshafiei, Ph.D., P.Eng. has a diverse background in structural analysis, research, teaching, and management, making him a highly qualified professional in the field of engineering.
Farshad Mirshafiei, Ph.D., P.Eng. obtained their Bachelor's degree in an area not provided. Following that, they pursued their Master of Engineering (by thesis) specializing in Structural Engineering from 2008 to 2010 at McGill University. Farshad then continued their educational journey at McGill University, focusing on Structural and Earthquake Engineering for their Ph.D. from 2010 to 2015.
Sensequake
Sensequake is making cities safer and smarter by revolutionizing how engineers assess the integrity and natural hazard vulnerability of structures.Instead of visual inspection and traditional engineering practices, sensequake patented technology performs structural health monitoring and seismic assessment solely based on actual data fromhighly sensitive vibration sensors—saving engineers time, effort and money—all the while providing superior results. To provide a turnkey solution to engineers, governments, insurance firms and real-estate industry, sensequake develops software, sensors and offers professional services based on its proprietary technologies.