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NRC — Manufacturing and Automotive Innovation Hub
Canada
Automotive manufacturing innovation space in London
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
grant_single|financingType
Expert Advice
Researchers And Facilities
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
grant_single|grantors
- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- Government of Canada
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grant_card_status|open
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Fee-for-service research facility helping Canadian automotive manufacturers adopt advanced manufacturing approaches, including mass customization, process industrialization, and data-driven factory automation.
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This grant supports collaborative projects and cutting-edge research initiatives within the manufacturing and automotive sectors. Eligible projects focus on leveraging advanced technologies and creating innovative solutions for industry challenges.
- Collaboration projects integrating products and technologies in digital factories or vehicle platforms.
- Development of high-level R&D integration and industrialization technology demonstrators.
- Setting up R&D consortiums for industry advancement.
- Trialling or piloting new systems and demonstrating new technologies with experienced staff.
- Adoption and development of Industry 4.0 technologies for efficient production processes.
- Research and testing related to connected and autonomous vehicle technologies.
- Development of additive manufacturing and surface functionalization technologies.
- Projects involving advanced manufacturing processes like laser micromachining and optical fabrication.
- Implementation of mechatronics, control systems, and data analytics solutions in manufacturing.
- Innovative applications in AI, machine vision, and robotics within manufacturing and automotive labs.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 400,000
Integration of advanced robotics in tool and die manufacturing
$ 600,000
Development of AI perception systems for autonomous driving
$ 600,000
Enhancing AI perception for autonomous driving
$ 520,000
Implementation of Industry 40 IoT solutions for manufacturing
$ 560,000
Implementing machine learning for process optimization
$ 720,000
Research and testing of autonomous driving hardware
grant_single_labels|admissibility
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must meet certain criteria related to their industry involvement and collaboration capabilities.
- The applicant must be a manufacturer, integrator, or equipment maker in the automotive or manufacturing sectors.
- The applicant should demonstrate the capability and interest in developing advanced manufacturing processes or automotive technologies such as connected vehicles, electrification, or lightweighting.
- The applicant must engage in research and development activities, ideally collaborating with NRC specialists and Canada's research ecosystem.
- The company's activities should align with the Industry 4.0 and advanced manufacturing methodologies promoted by the NRC Manufacturing and Automotive Innovation Hub.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Companies and industries that are part of the automotive and manufacturing supply chain, encompassing manufacturers, integrators, and equipment makers. The hub is open to those who wish to collaborate with NRC specialists to advance manufacturing processes, integrate technologies related to vehicles, and use Industry 4.0 technologies efficiently.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The NRC Manufacturing and Automotive Innovation Hub offers various collaborative projects and activities aimed at advancing automotive and manufacturing technologies. Eligible projects focus on innovative R&D, technology integration, and the development and demonstration of new manufacturing processes and vehicle technologies.
- Collaboration projects integrating products and technologies from multiple partners into a digital factory or vehicle platform.
- R&D projects developing technology demonstrators in a neutral collaborative space.
- High-level integration and industrialization projects within R&D consortia.
- Development and demonstration of new technologies through trial or pilot systems.
- Implementation of lean manufacturing processes with expert guidance.
- Projects utilizing Industry 4.0 technologies to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
- Research activities focusing on connected/autonomous vehicles, including testing and validation of ICT and AI perception systems.
- Advanced manufacturing and surface modification projects utilizing laser and other deposition technologies.
- Digital twinning and big data modeling projects to optimize manufacturing and vehicle processes.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
The geographical eligibility for companies applying to collaborate with the NRC Manufacturing and Automotive Innovation Hub is not explicitly restricted to specific areas. However, the hub is located in London, Ontario, which places emphasis on its proximity to the Canadian market and manufacturing facilities.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria are as follows:
- Alignment with grant objectives and priorities
- Demonstrated need for the grant funding
- Feasibility and clarity of project plan
- Potential impact and benefit to the automotive and manufacturing industry
- Ability to leverage the resources and expertise of the NRC Manufacturing and Automotive Innovation Hub
- Capacity to implement and scale proposed innovations
- Evidence of collaboration and engagement with industry partners
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this collaborative opportunity:
- Step 1: Contact for Initial Inquiry
- Contact David Fraser, Business Advisor, at 613-991-9972 or by email at David.Fraser@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca for business-related inquiries.
- Contact Stephen Sweeney, Acting Director of R&D, at 519-430-7095 or by email at Stephen.Sweeney@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca for technical inquiries to discuss potential collaboration opportunities.
- Step 2: Determine Project Scope and Requirements
- Work with NRC specialists to outline your project goals, requirements, and potential outcomes.
- Identify the specific labs, technologies, and services needed for your project.
- Step 3: Develop a Collaborative Proposal
- Create a proposal that includes project objectives, methodology, expected outcomes, and a timeline.
- Detail how the collaboration with NRC can enhance your project.
- Step 4: Review and Finalize Proposal
- Work with NRC business and technical advisors to finalize the proposal details.
- Ensure all necessary documentation is complete and accurate.
- Step 5: Submit the Proposal
- Submit the finalized proposal to the appropriate NRC contact person, either David Fraser or Stephen Sweeney, as per the project focus.
- Confirm receipt of the proposal and any next steps.
- Step 6: Await Feedback and Engage in Further Discussions
- Wait for feedback from NRC regarding the proposal's acceptance.
- Participate in further discussions to clarify and refine project details as needed.
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Here are additional relevant details for the NRC Manufacturing and Automotive Innovation Hub:
- The facility is strategically located in London, Ontario, providing proximity to Canadian market, automaker and supplier manufacturing facilities and R&D centres.
- The facility offers access to unique capabilities in Canada, particularly in laser technologies and Industry 4.0.
- It allows for rapidly solving industry problems with novel technology solutions in a flexible and agile collaborative space.
- Access to highly credentialed staff with industry experience is available to assist in R&D and technology demonstration projects.
- The facility promotes the development of new capabilities to harness Industry 4.0 technologies for more efficient manufacturing.
- Confidential workspaces are available to protect sensitive information during collaborative projects.
- It facilitates collaboration among multiple teams, including academic, government, and industry partners.
