Graduation Assignment – Detecting Print Artifacts
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About Canon Production Printing:
Canon Production Printing is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-tech printing products and workflow software for the commercial printing market. A subsidiary of Canon, a worldwide imaging technology and services provider, Canon Production Printing employs approximately 3300 people (as of the end of 2022) and operates across three continents. Its global headquarters are located in Venlo, the Netherlands.
Job Description: Graduation Assignment – Detecting Print Artifacts
This is a graduation assignment for a Master’s student in applied physics focused on developing novel measurement methods for detecting variations in print glossiness. The project combines hands-on laboratory work with data analysis.
Assignment Details:
The core objective is to create a method for measuring and classifying local variations in gloss levels on printed materials. The human eye is highly sensitive to even subtle gloss inconsistencies, making this a crucial aspect of print quality.
The assignment will proceed in stages:
1. Initial Phase: Begin by optically measuring prints and identifying significant gloss deformations.
2. Refinement: Gradually refine the measurement method to detect increasingly smaller and complex gloss variations.
Student Responsibilities:
• Conduct optical measurements of prints in a laboratory setting.
• Develop and implement data analysis techniques (using Python or Matlab).
• Contribute to the improvement of existing measurement processes.
• Collaborate with various R&D departments within Canon Production Printing.
• Document findings and contribute to project reports.
Flexibility: Students have the freedom to emphasize either the experimental or data analysis aspects of the project, and to incorporate their own ideas.
Duration: The assignment requires a commitment of 4-6 months, at a minimum of 4 days per week, starting in February 2025. The timeframe is flexible and can be adjusted to align with the student’s graduation project requirements.
Required Skills:
• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in applied physics.
• Proficiency in coding (Python or Matlab).
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with optical measurements (preferred).
Benefits:
• Compensation: €500 per month.
• Travel Reimbursement: For those without a public transport pass.
• Mentorship: Skilled coaching and guidance throughout the project.
• Networking: Opportunities to connect with professionals across various disciplines within Canon Production Printing.
• Real-World Impact: Contribute to a significant aspect of Canon Production Printing’s R&D efforts.
• Company Culture: Work within a collaborative, innovative, and ownership-focused environment.
