How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities?

NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada

What are NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities's eligibility criterias?

Entities involved in the design, modification, or operation of heavy vehicles may access the facilities. Vehicles must conform to specific size and weight limitations for testing (up to 86.6 feet in length and 65 tons in weight).

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

The information provided does not explicitly mention a grant or eligibility criteria. If you have specific details about a grant in mind, please provide them so I can address your question accurately.

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

Visit the official website of the grant program to access the application form.

Fill out the application form with accurate and detailed information about your project and how it aligns with the grant's objectives.

Submit the completed application form along with any required documents or supporting materials within the specified deadline.

Await the review process conducted by the grant committee to assess the eligibility and merit of your application.

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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