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IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades
Funding for rotary blade erosion solutions
Funding available
$ 200,000 - $ 1,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $200,000 to develop innovative solutions that reduce erosion and wear on rotary wing blades. Selected solutions may also be considered for additional funding of up to $1 million for further testing and 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 : 1,000,000 $
- Minimum 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
- Development of erosion-resistant solutions for rotary wing blades.
- Development of add-on blade protection such as coatings or appliqués.
- Development of integral blade materials or structures with erosion resistance.
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Additional information
- DND/CAF may conduct erosion, adhesion, and electrolytic stability tests on small samples.
- There is no quantified minimum performance standard for proposed solutions.
- Successful and promising solutions may be considered for additional funding.
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades Program
What is the IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades?
This program provides up to $200,000 to develop innovative solutions that reduce erosion and wear on rotary wing blades. Selected solutions may also be considered for additional funding of up to $1 million for further testing and development.
How much funding can be received?
IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades program?
To be eligible for the IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades program, you must:
Solution must reduce rotor blade erosion.
Must address sand, rain, or ice/snow.
Should limit maintenance downtime.
What expenses are eligible under IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades?
Development of erosion-resistant solutions for rotary wing blades.
Development of add-on blade protection such as coatings or appliqués.
Development of integral blade materials or structures with erosion resistance.
Where is the IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades available?
The IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades program is available across Canada.
Is the IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades a grant, loan, or tax credit?
IDEaS - Erosion from Motion: Reducing Wear and Tear on Rotary Blades is a Grant and Funding