NRC — Reverberant Acoustic Chamber - Research Facility
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- All industries
- National Research Council Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The NRC's Aerospace Research Centre offers services and facilities for research, development, and qualification testing of full-scale spacecraft flight hardware, large satellite structures, and other aerospace components in high-intensity acoustic environments. The eligibility criteria for accessing these services typically involve collaboration with the NRC, engaging in research or development projects related to aerospace technologies, and possibly entering into collaborative agreements or consortia work. Specific eligibility requirements may vary depending on the nature of the project and the partnership arrangements. For detailed information on eligibility and how to access the NRC's Aerospace Research Centre services, you can contact the Business Development Team at nrc.aerobdt-edaaero.cnrc@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca.
Who is eligible
- Companies involved in aerospace research and development - Companies working on spacecraft flight hardware - Companies specializing in satellite systems and structures
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include: - Research, development, and qualification testing of full-scale spacecraft flight hardware, satellite antennae, and reflectors - Research and business opportunities that can lead to collaborative agreements or consortia work - Generating suitable test profiles, developing test fixtures, providing analytical modeling, and conducting acoustic tests for specific test conditions based on the application
Evaluation & selection criteria
- Research relevance and significance - Scientific and technical merit - Feasibility and methodology - Team expertise and experience - Budget appropriateness and justification
How to apply
To apply for this grant, you can follow these steps: 1. Contact the Business Development Team at the Aerospace Research Centre via email at nrc.aerobdt-edaaero.cnrc@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca. 2. Express your interest in applying for the grant and inquire about the specific application process. 3. Provide all required documentation and information as requested by the grant application guidelines. 4. Work closely with the team to ensure your application meets the criteria and requirements outlined for the grant. 5. Submit your completed application within the specified deadline. 6. Await further communication regarding the status of your application.
Additional information
Sure! Here are some additional pieces of information for applicants: - The NRC's Aerospace Research Centre provides research, development, and qualification testing services for full-scale spacecraft flight hardware, satellite antennae, reflectors, and other large aerospace structures under high-intensity acoustic environments. - The facility offers research and business opportunities that can lead to collaborative agreements or consortia work. - The NRC's team can generate suitable test profiles, develop test fixtures, provide analytical modeling, and conduct acoustic tests for specific conditions based on the application. - The noise testing facility operates two reverberation chambers with different capabilities and sound pressure levels. - The high bay preparation area is a clean room facility with controlled humidity and temperature. - The team at NRC has expertise in acoustic qualification of spacecraft flight hardware, simulation, and testing of structures under acoustic and vibratory loads. - The facility is located at Building U-61, 1920 Research Private, Ottawa, Ontario K1V 1J8. - For more information or inquiries, applicants can contact the Business Development Team at nrc.aerobdt-edaaero.cnrc@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca. - Related links include the NRC's Aerospace Research Centre, Centre for Air Travel Research, and Air travel research.
Grant Summary
The NRC's Aerospace Research Centre offers a unique reverberant acoustic chamber facility in Canada for testing full-size aerospace components at high sound pressure levels, supporting R&D needs of the Canadian space industry and other government departments.
Grant Details
The National Research Council of Canada's Aerospace Research Centre houses a specialized reverberant acoustic chamber, providing high-intensity noise testing for full-scale aerospace structures and equipment. This facility, registered to the ISO 9001 quality management system, offers research, development, and qualification testing services for spacecraft flight hardware, satellite structures, and other large aerospace components under high-intensity acoustic environments.
The NRC's acoustic testing capabilities include two reverberation chambers with sound pressure levels exceeding 120 dB and 158 dB, controlled by advanced systems for accurate spectrum shaping across a wide frequency range. The facility's experienced research staff tailor testing approaches to clients' projects, offering support from test design to result interpretation. The Aerospace Research Centre's state-of-the-art facilities and expertise enable clients to mitigate R&D risks, address product development challenges, and enhance component designs for aerospace applications.
Through collaborative agreements and research partnerships, the NRC's acoustic chamber facility serves as a valuable resource for organizations in the aerospace sector, including the Canadian space industry, MDA Corp, Stelia NA, the Canadian Space Agency, and the Department of National Defence. By leveraging the NRC's testing capabilities and expertise, stakeholders can streamline component qualification processes, access advanced testing methodologies, and achieve reliable results that exceed industry standards.
Overall, the NRC's reverberant acoustic chamber facility represents a pivotal asset for aerospace research and testing in Canada, offering a comprehensive suite of services to support the development and validation of aerospace hardware under high-intensity acoustic conditions. Collaborating with the NRC's Aerospace Research Centre provides stakeholders with a unique opportunity to leverage cutting-edge facilities, expert guidance, and tailored testing solutions to elevate their aerospace projects to new heights of performance and reliability.