How much funding can be received?

Fee-for-service 64 m × 1.2 m × 1.2 m steel wave flume for economical medium scale two-dimensional studies of coastal processes and wave-structure interactions.

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$370,000

Exploring tsunami impact on coastal cities using a wave flume

$350,000

Analyzing flood defense mechanisms using a wave flume

$200,000

Research on wave-structure interactions using a wave flume

$310,000

Testing wave impact on port structures using a wave flume

$280,000

Studying coastal erosion mitigation using advanced wave flume technology

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Eligible types of companies for this grant include engineering firms, marine technology companies, and research organizations in the field of ocean, coastal, and river engineering.

Engineering firms specializing in coastal structures
Marine technology companies developing wave energy devices
Research organizations focusing on marine vehicle performance

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This facility provides opportunities to conduct medium-scale studies in coastal processes and wave-structure interactions. Eligible projects focus on assessing performance and optimizing designs for marine infrastructure and vehicles in oceanic environments.

Testing of coastal and marine infrastructure under various wave conditions.
Evaluation of wave-structure interactions for different marine operations.
Optimization studies for marine vehicle performance in waves and currents.
Assessment of design resilience for infrastructure against extreme weather conditions.

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The grant has evaluation and selection criteria. The criteria include:

Demonstrated need for medium-scale, two-dimensional studies of coastal processes and wave-structure interactions
Relevance of the proposed project to advancing knowledge in marine engineering and coastal management
Evidence of collaboration with industry for assessing infrastructure project designs and marine vehicle performance
Clear potential for optimizing performance, enhancing safety, and reducing lifecycle costs

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Prepare a detailed proposal outlining the research objectives, methodology, expected outcomes, and budget
Submit the proposal to the NRC's Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering Research Centre
Engage in discussions with NRC staff to refine the proposal and address any potential concerns or questions
Await the evaluation process by the NRC experts
If successful, collaborate with the NRC on the testing and research project

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Here are additional relevant details for this opportunity:

Utilization of the NRC's wave flume can significantly aid in the transition from research to practical application in marine engineering projects.
The flume's comprehensive instrumentation and data acquisition capabilities allow for detailed analysis and optimization of marine designs under simulated oceanic conditions.
Collaboration with the NRC provides access to expert knowledge in the behaviour of structures and vehicles in marine environments, beneficial for enhancing project outcomes.
Potential collaborative projects could focus on testing innovative coastal protection designs or validating performance of marine vehicles in simulated extreme conditions.

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Unleashing Innovation in Coastal Engineering with NRC's Wave Flume

The NRC offers a sophisticated wave flume facility ideal for medium-scale, two-dimensional studies of coastal processes and wave-structure interactions. This facility provides unparalleled capabilities for businesses and researchers looking to enhance their infrastructural designs under a variety of wave and current conditions.

Comprehensive Overview of NRC's Wave Flume Grant Facility

The National Research Council of Canada's wave flume, characterized by its expansive dimensions (64 m × 1.2 m × 1.2 m), stands out as a premier facility for testing and research in the domain of coastal engineering. This advanced grant facility is tailored for medium-scale experimental studies, focusing on the interactions between waves and structures, which are crucial in the design and optimization of marine and coastal infrastructure. By integrating a variety of state-of-the-art features, the NRC wave flume allows for nuanced, precise testing of structures under different wave regimes, offering a robust platform for innovation.

One of the core strengths of the NRC wave flume is its capacity to generate a wide array of wave conditions, including irregular wave patterns with significant heights, reaching up to 0.25 meters. This capability is enhanced by comprehensive wave synthesis software, which includes second-order compensation, furthering the accuracy and relevancy of the test conditions. Such precise wave generation is crucial for researchers and businesses aiming to scrutinize the performance of coastal infrastructures and ensure they withstand both everyday and extreme weather conditions.

Additionally, the flume is equipped with an active wave absorption system that minimizes reflected wave energy, which can interfere with the accuracy of test results. Complementing this are high-efficiency passive wave absorbers, which deliver less than 5% reflection across a wide range of depths, wave periods, and heights. These features ensure that the testing environment within the flume is as close to natural conditions as possible, thus providing reliable data critical for the design and validation of infrastructure projects.

The NRC's wave flume does not only simulate wave conditions—it also has a re-circulation system capable of generating currents, either independently or concomitantly with the waves. Such a multifaceted testing capacity is invaluable for analyzing complex interactions among waves, currents, and structures, thereby enabling the development of more resilient and efficient designs.

From a technical perspective, the wave flume is bolstered by advanced data acquisition systems, which collect data on up to 32 channels at a rate of 1000 samples per second. Coupled with a digital video recording system—featuring both regular and high-speed cameras—researchers can conduct thorough analyses of wave impacts and dynamic responses of models under test. The availability of large observation windows further aids in visual assessments, providing an in-depth understanding of how structures perform under simulated conditions.

The facility is backed by the expertise of the NRC's seasoned staff, who possess extensive knowledge across various engineering fields. By collaborating with the NRC, industries gain a competitive advantage through access to cutting-edge testing facilities and expert consultation, which can inform the performance assessment and optimization of marine and coastal engineering projects. Such collaboration is geared towards bridging the gap between innovative design and practical application, thereby fostering advancements that improve safety standards and reduce lifecycle costs in the coastal and marine sectors.

Overall, the NRC's wave flume presents a unique opportunity for businesses and researchers to engage in cutting-edge experimental research that supports the development of sustainable, resilient, and cost-efficient infrastructures. This facility is not just a testing ground—it is a catalyst for innovation, providing the necessary tools and data to drive forward-thinking solutions in coastal engineering.