NRC — Civil infrastructure and related structures testing facilities
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
Canada
Ottawa testing facility for buried utilities and concrete structures
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- grant_single|noCondition
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- grant_single|openingDate November 14, 2019
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Researchers And Facilities
Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- Government of Canada
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grant_card_status|open
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Fee for service use of facilities, measuring tools and equipment to test life cycle performance of concrete infrastructure systems.
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The NRC Civil infrastructure and related structures testing facilities grant supports projects focused on advancing the analysis and improvement of concrete infrastructure systems. Eligible activities are tailored towards comprehensive testing and performance evaluation of infrastructure to enhance longevity and efficiency.
- Integrated testing and performance evaluation of concrete infrastructure systems.
- Life cycle performance experiments on concrete structures and utilities.
- Large capacity testing and impact testing for assessment of new technologies.
- Research on remediation options for damaged infrastructure.
- Management and design analysis of buried utilities and concrete structures.
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$ 40,000
Rehabilitating buried utility pipes using advanced remediation options
$ 55,000
Designing a predictive model for concrete infrastructure systems
$ 35,000
Evaluating life cycle performance of concrete buildings
$ 45,000
Implementing an advanced impact testing technology for concrete bridges
$ 35,000
Testing materials for concrete sewer systems
$ 40,000
Predictive maintenance of concrete roads using technology
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grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
This NRC facility provides opportunities for research projects focusing on the evaluation and improvement of concrete infrastructure systems. Eligible applicants are stakeholders interested in testing and analyzing the performance of concrete infrastructure across Canada.
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The grants associated with the NRC's facility for testing concrete infrastructure systems are aimed at projects focusing on the performance and sustainability of concrete utilities and structures. Eligible activities support advancements in technology, material assessment, and infrastructure management regarding concrete solutions.
- Performance evaluation of new concrete technologies for infrastructure systems.
- Assessment of remediation options for existing damaged infrastructure.
- Evaluation of the life cycle of concrete structures including product lifespan improvement.
- Research on materials for optimizing infrastructure rehabilitation and maintenance.
- Collaboration on full-scale testing experiments to predict and improve performance outcomes.
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Based on the provided information, no specific eligible geographical areas are explicitly mentioned for this grant. The facilities and opportunities seem to be available broadly across Canada without specific regional restrictions highlighted.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Quality and feasibility of the proposed research project
- Alignment with the goals and objectives of the grant program
- Expected impact and potential for knowledge transfer
- Applicant qualifications and experience
- Budget justification and cost-effectiveness
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The NRC facility provides access to both small-scale and full-scale testing equipment specifically designed for concrete infrastructure systems.
- The laboratory offers advanced measurement tools that facilitate accurate performance prediction.
- Clients can leverage the NRC's extensive industry and academic network for enhanced project outcomes.
- The facility supports multi-year on-site experiments, which are crucial for long-term research initiatives.
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