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Assess fixed and floating maritime structure performance and marine operations in ocean environments with this fee-for-service 36 m × 30 m × 3 m multidirectional wave basin.

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$250,000

Vancouver

Testing the seaworthiness of a newly designed rescue boat in various ocean conditions

$280,000

Victoria

Simulating tsunami impact on coastal infrastructure for improved disaster readiness

$200,000

Halifax

Assessing the performance of a floating wind turbine in extreme ocean conditions

$250,000

Ottawa

Investigating ice interactions with offshore platforms to improve structural resilience

$200,000

Montreal

Analyzing the stability of a new marine dock in high currents and strong winds

$220,000

St. John's

Evaluating the endurance of an underwater pipeline against wave actions and underwater currents

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This grant appears to be relevant for entities involved in the study and development of maritime structures and ocean engineering due to the NRC's focus on testing the performance of these structures under various marine conditions.

Engineering firms specializing in maritime or coastal infrastructure development.
Academic and research institutions focusing on oceanographic or marine engineering studies.
Companies involved in the design and innovation of marine vehicles and operations.
Entities seeking to improve safety and reduce lifecycle costs of marine structures through testing and optimization.
Organizations involved in port development and coastal process studies.

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The NRC's multidirectional wave basin (MWB) grant supports activities that assess maritime and coastal structures' performance under simulated ocean conditions. Eligible projects leverage the facility's capabilities to enhance the safety, performance, and cost-efficiency of marine structures and operations.

Analysis of the interaction between short-crested waves and marine structures.
Testing and optimization of coastal structure designs to withstand various sea states.
Simulation of port development scenarios under complex wave, wind, and current conditions.
Evaluation of marine vehicle performance in operational and extreme ocean environments.
Development of optimization strategies to increase marine structure safety and reduce lifecycle costs.
Research on the impact of local wind fields on maritime operations.

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- Assessment of performance of fixed and floating maritime structures - Study of coastal structures, coastal processes, and port developments - Interaction of short-crested waves, currents, and winds with coastal and offshore structures - Capability to generate regular, irregular, and multidirectional wave conditions - Significant wave heights up to 0.5m and regular waves up to 0.75m - Simulation of local wind fields and currents - Experienced professional staff with knowledge in engineering fields related to marine environments

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Step 4: If selected, negotiate grant terms and conditions with the funding agency
Step 5: Implement the research project according to the agreed-upon timeline and deliverables

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- The NRC's Multidirectional Wave Basin (MWB) is designed to assess the performance of fixed and floating maritime structures and marine operations in a controlled ocean environment. - The facility allows for studies on coastal structures, coastal processes, and port developments. - The MWB can generate a wide range of wave conditions including regular, irregular, and multidirectional waves with significant wave heights up to 0.5m and regular waves up to 0.75m. - The facility features a 60-segment directional wave machine, a pump for rapid draining and filling, and a system of active and passive wave absorbers to enhance simulation quality. - Local wind fields can be simulated using computer-controlled fans, and water currents can be generated in two directions for comprehensive testing scenarios. - Working with the NRC offers the advantages of customizable testing facilities and experienced research staff with expertise in complex ocean, coastal, and river environments.

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NRC — Multidirectional Wave Basin - Research Facility

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Innovative Research Opportunities at the NRC's Multidirectional Wave Basin

The NRC's Multidirectional Wave Basin offers a unique opportunity for research and development in the field of maritime and coastal engineering. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to simulate a wide range of ocean conditions, facilitating comprehensive studies on the performance of maritime structures and marine operations.

Discovering the Capabilities and Applications of the Multidirectional Wave Basin

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) provides an unparalleled research environment within the Multidirectional Wave Basin (MWB), a highly advanced facility designed for testing and analyzing maritime structures and operations. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, this platform supports studies involving short-crested waves, currents, and winds interacting with various structural designs, catering specifically to the needs of industries engaged in the development of coastal and offshore infrastructure.

Spanning 30 meters by 36 meters with a depth of up to 3 meters, this rectangular wave basin is outfitted with cutting-edge technology that includes a 60-segment directional wave machine capable of generating regular and multidirectional wave conditions. The machine, positioned along the basin's north wall, can simulate significant wave heights of up to 0.5 meters and regular waves reaching 0.75 meters. Its adjustable settings, such as the ability to lift or lower the generator and manipulate wave boards in piston, flapper, or combination modes, make it adaptable to diverse research requirements.

Supporting versatile experimental setups, the facility includes efficient passive wave absorbers to mitigate reflections and active wave absorption systems to absorb reflected wave energy from model structures. This ensures high-quality simulations that are critical for understanding the real-world performances of coastal and maritime structures. The option to install solid walls along the basin's east and west sides further enhances the realism of the wave fields, especially in long-crested wave simulations.

The MWB's advanced capabilities extend to simulating local wind fields and currents through computer-controlled systems. By adjusting parameters independently or in concert, researchers can recreate complex environmental conditions to test structural resilience and operation safety under various scenarios. For industries focused on maritime innovation, engaging with the NRC provides significant advantages through access to customizable testing facilities and extensive in-house expertise. The NRC’s research staff bring profound knowledge in engineering domains vital for analyzing structural and vehicle performance in oceanic, coastal, and riverine contexts.

Beyond its technical prowess, the MWB plays a pivotal role in bridging innovation and commercialization. By collaborating with the NRC, companies can optimize their designs, enhance safety protocols, and reduce lifecycle costs effectively. This partnership is invaluable for realizing project potential and maintaining competitiveness in the maritime sector, offering both a proving ground for experimental designs and a platform for developing practical solutions.

Therefore, the NRC's Multidirectional Wave Basin not only serves as an instrumental research facility but also as a catalyst for technological advancements and economic growth in maritime industries. By leveraging this versatile and sophisticated testing ground, researchers and industry partners can push the boundaries of innovation and contribute to sustainable developments in coastal and marine engineering.