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NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility
Controlled vibration testing for heavy vehicles
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This NRC facility supports controlled testing of heavy road and rail vehicles and components. It reproduces vibration and shock conditions to help analyze, verify, and solve structural dynamics issues.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Controlled vibration and shock testing for heavy road and rail vehicles.
- Accelerated test programs for vehicles, sub-systems, and components.
- System characterization, verification, and problem analysis.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations working with heavy road vehicles.
- Organizations working with heavy rail vehicles.
- Companies developing vehicle components or sub-systems.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa, Ontario.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility?
This NRC facility supports controlled testing of heavy road and rail vehicles and components. It reproduces vibration and shock conditions to help analyze, verify, and solve structural dynamics issues.
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility?
Controlled vibration and shock testing for heavy road and rail vehicles.
Accelerated test programs for vehicles, sub-systems, and components.
System characterization, verification, and problem analysis.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at Patrick.Kehoe@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 613-990-7431.
Where is the NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility available?
The NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility?
NRC — Heavy structural dynamics lab research facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)