NRC — Ice Tank - 21 m Research Facility
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- National Research Council Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
Who is eligible
Any company that is involved in the research, development, or commercialization of technologies related to ice and ice-related problems can apply for this grant. This includes companies working in fields such as marine engineering, Arctic exploration, environmental monitoring, offshore oil and gas, shipping, and any other industry where understanding ice dynamics is crucial.
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant may include, but are not limited to:
- Testing and modeling services at the NRC ice tank facility
- R&D activities related to ice simulation and modeling
- Technical support and expertise provided by NRC's research staff
Evaluation & selection criteria
Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria are:
- Evaluation of project relevance and alignment with NRC’s ice tank capabilities
- Technical merit and feasibility of the proposed research
- Potential for impact and commercialization of the outcomes
- Capability of the research team to execute the project
Additional information
- The NRC's ice tank in Ottawa is used for model tests of ice structure interactions using model ice. - The tank has been used to investigate the effects of ice scouring seabed material. - The concrete tank is 21 m long by 7 m wide by 1.1 m deep and can produce ice up to 0.6 m thick. - The tank can vary its temperature down to -20°C and accommodate a wave machine for different ice regimes. - NRC's experts are internationally recognized for their work in modelling ice and ice problems. - Working with the NRC provides access to world-class testing facilities and experienced research staff. - The NRC specializes in de-risking and demonstrating technologies to support industry bringing innovations to market. - The NRC has in-house experts with extensive experience in advanced engineering and complex marine environments.
Grant Summary:
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) in Ottawa houses an advanced ice tank facility for simulating Arctic and northern marine conditions. The facility aids in studying various ice-related problems and offers customizable testing facilities to support industry advancements.
Detailed Explanation of the Grant:
The NRC's ice tank in Ottawa serves as a cutting-edge indoor laboratory designed to replicate Arctic and northern marine environments. This versatile facility is crucial for conducting a wide range of studies focused on ice structure interactions, including model tests using model ice. With a concrete tank measuring 21m long by 7m wide and 1.1m deep, the chamber can achieve temperatures as low as -20°C, allowing the production of ice up to 0.6m thick. Additionally, the tank can integrate a wave machine to simulate different ice regimes along with towing and service carriages for comprehensive testing capabilities.
Working with the NRC provides access to internationally recognized experts in ice modeling and related problems. By collaborating with industry partners, the NRC helps bridge the gap between innovation and commercialization, playing a pivotal role in de-risking and showcasing technologies for market readiness. Moreover, the NRC's experienced research staff offer extensive knowledge in advanced engineering applications and complex marine environments, offering a competitive advantage to stakeholders seeking world-class testing facilities for their projects.
For those looking to explore the potential applications of ice research or seeking advanced testing facilities for their projects, the NRC's ice laboratory stands as a beacon of expertise and innovation. By leveraging the state-of-the-art capabilities of the facility and tapping into the vast experience of NRC's research staff, collaborators can achieve valuable insights and practical solutions for ice-related challenges across various industries.
