How much funding can be received?

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Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Steel Wave Flume - Research Facility?

NRC — Steel Wave Flume - Research Facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada

What are NRC — Steel Wave Flume - Research Facility's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must demonstrate a need for the use of specialized testing facilities in coastal and marine engineering research. The project must focus on assessing the performance of infrastructure designs, marine vehicles, or marine operations. The applicant must be collaborating with industry or aiming to bridge innovation and commercialization in related fields.

NRC — Steel Wave Flume - Research Facility

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ON, Canada

Steel wave flume in Ottawa

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Researchers And Facilities

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Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Construction
Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services

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National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Government of Canada

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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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The Steel Wave Flume at the NRC's facility is designed for research initiatives focusing on coastal processes and wave-structure interactions. Eligible projects can utilize the flume's extensive capabilities for detailed analysis and performance assessment of marine-related designs.

Studies on wave-structure interactions using the flume's wave generator and active wave absorption system.
Research on optimizing infrastructure performance in marine environments utilizing comprehensive wave synthesis and current generation systems.
Testing of marine vehicle designs and operations under varied wave conditions to enhance safety and efficiency.
Evaluation of coastal erosion and protection strategies through detailed visual observation and data acquisition systems.
Integration and testing of new marine technologies in a controlled wave flume environment.

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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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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.