
NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities
Last Update: January 24, 2025
Canada
Heavy vehicle tilt testing in Ottawa
NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
Financing Type
Researchers And Facilities
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Public administration
Grant Providers
- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- Government of Canada
Status
Open
Overview of the NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities program
Fee-for-service testing of the static roll threshold of tractor trailers, tankers, straight trucks or military vehicles.
Eligible projects & activities
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 45,000
Conduct rollover stability tests on a fleet of refrigerated trucks
$ 50,000
Evaluate the rollover threshold for military vehicles
$ 40,000
Test static rollover threshold of tractor trailers
$ 30,000
Conduct static roll threshold tests on a fleet of tanker trucks
$ 25,000
Perform static roll threshold tests on straight trucks
$ 35,000
Analyze dynamic stability of heavy straight trucks
Eligibility criteria of the NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities program
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Who is eligible?
Fleet operators, designers, modifiers, and manufacturers of tractor trailers, tankers, straight trucks, military vehicles, and any other heavy vehicles can apply for the grant to utilize the Heavy vehicle tilt facilities for measuring the static rollover threshold and stability of their vehicles.
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include vehicle testing and evaluation related costs for determining static rollover threshold and stability. The grant covers the use of the Heavy vehicle tilt facilities for measuring vehicle parameters and analyzing heavy vehicle dynamics.
- Vehicle testing and evaluation costs
- Use of Heavy vehicle tilt facilities
- Analysis of heavy vehicle dynamics
Eligibility criteria of the NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities program
- Evaluation criteria for the grant: - Level of impact on the heavy vehicle industry - Technical expertise of the applicant - Feasibility and relevance of the proposed project - Alignment with the goals of the Heavy vehicle tilt facilities - Potential for knowledge transfer and industry collaboration - Overall quality and clarity of the proposal - Selection criteria for the grant: - Alignment with the research center's objectives - Innovation and uniqueness of the project - Potential for practical application and industry benefit - Ability to leverage the facilities and expertise offered - Track record of the applicant in relevant research or industry projects
How to apply to the NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities program
1
Visit the official website of the grant program to access the application form.
2
Fill out the application form with accurate and detailed information about your project and how it aligns with the grant's objectives.
3
Submit the completed application form along with any required documents or supporting materials within the specified deadline.
4
Await the review process conducted by the grant committee to assess the eligibility and merit of your application.
5
If your application is successful, you will be notified of the grant award and any additional steps or requirements to receive the funding.
Additional information
- The facilities offer analysis of heavy vehicle dynamics and performance. - Vehicles of up to 86.6 feet (26.4 meters) in length and 65 tons (59,000 kg) can be tested. - A second tilt table indoors accommodates smaller vehicles with unique features. - The tilt tables can measure load transfer ratio, wheel and axle loads, and suspension roll center heights. - The staff at the facilities provide a full analysis of heavy vehicle dynamics and performance.
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