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IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field
Funding for low-signature field communication solutions
Funding available
$ 200,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $200,000 for innovative solutions that improve point-to-point field communications while reducing visual and electromagnetic signatures. Successful solutions may also be considered for additional funding of up to $1 million for further development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research into new field communication solutions.
- Design and development of low-signature antenna or communication systems.
- Development of mobile point-to-point communication technologies for vehicles or soldiers.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Innovators developing communication or antenna solutions.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field Program
What is the IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field?
This program provides up to $200,000 for innovative solutions that improve point-to-point field communications while reducing visual and electromagnetic signatures. Successful solutions may also be considered for additional funding of up to $1 million for further development.
How much funding can be received?
IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field Funds up to $200,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field program?
To be eligible for the IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field program, you must:
Innovative solutions only.
Mobile vehicle- or soldier-based systems.
Secure voice and data communication.
What expenses are eligible under IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field?
Research into new field communication solutions.
Design and development of low-signature antenna or communication systems.
Development of mobile point-to-point communication technologies for vehicles or soldiers.
Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field available?
The IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field program is available across Canada.
Is the IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field a grant, loan, or tax credit?
IDEaS - High Bandwidth, Low Profile: Next Generation Point-to-Point Communication Solutions for the Field is a Grant and Funding