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IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox - Nova Scotia - Canada
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IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox

Corrosion detection technologies for naval ships
Offered by
Government of Canada
Official source: canada.ca
Funding available
$ 12,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Who can apply

Canadian companies.

See full eligibility

Overview

This IDEaS sandbox supported corrosion-detection technologies for Royal Canadian Navy vessels. It offered cost-shared funding of up to $12,000 to test and demonstrate solutions in simulated and real ship environments.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 12,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Nova Scotia
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
  • Startups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Testing and demonstrating corrosion-detection solutions for ships.
  • Detecting and assessing corrosion behind surface coatings on naval vessels.
  • Demonstrating solutions in simulated and real-life ship scenarios.

Official resources

Official page

Corrosion detection in ships Sandbox

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Canadian companies.
  • Foreign companies.
  • Innovators with prototype solutions.

Who is not eligible

  • Federal government departments and agencies.
  • Federal Crown corporations.

Eligible expenses

  • Travel, accommodation, and living expenses.
  • Shipping and transportation of equipment to and from the sandbox.
  • Pre-approved consumables used during demonstrations.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs above the cost-sharing ceiling.
  • Costs not covered under the eligible expense categories.
  • Pre-sandbox prototype development travel.
  • Damage or loss of equipment.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada
  • Nova Scotia

Selection criteria

  • Technical functions of the system.
  • Assembly, physical, and training requirements.
  • Operational requirements and limitations.
  • Analysis process and corrosion-detection capability.
  • Speed, accuracy, and resistance to interference.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Wait for a specific sandbox call
    • Monitor the IDEaS opportunities page for an announced call.
    • Review the call details for the specific sandbox.
  • Step 2: Prepare the application
    • Follow the instructions provided in the sandbox call.
    • Prepare the information required for evaluation and selection.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
    • Send the application using the process described in the specific call.
    • Wait for the evaluation and selection results.
  • Step 4: Complete selected-participant preparations
    • If selected, complete pre-sandbox preparations, shipping, and travel.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed and selected through an evaluation process.
  • Selected innovators complete pre-sandbox preparations, shipping, and travel.
  • The sandbox demonstration takes place.
  • After the sandbox, written reports are provided and administrative follow-up is completed.

Additional information

  • The environment is conducted as a one-time demonstration event.
  • Selected innovators receive written feedback after the sandbox.
  • Applications are only accepted when a specific call for proposals is published.

Contacts

DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox Program

What is the IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox?

This IDEaS sandbox supported corrosion-detection technologies for Royal Canadian Navy vessels. It offered cost-shared funding of up to $12,000 to test and demonstrate solutions in simulated and real ship environments.

How much funding can be received?

IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $12,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox program?

To be eligible for the IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox program, you must: Technology Readiness Level 5 or higher. For an announced sandbox challenge. Ready for demonstration and testing.

What expenses are eligible under IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox?

Testing and demonstrating corrosion-detection solutions for ships. Detecting and assessing corrosion behind surface coatings on naval vessels. Demonstrating solutions in simulated and real-life ship scenarios.

Who can I contact for more information about the IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox?

You can contact Government of Canada by email at DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca.

Where is the IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox available?

The IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox a grant, loan, or tax credit?

IDEaS - Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox is a Researchers And Facilities