
NRC — Steel Wave Flume - Research Facility
Last Update: July 22, 2025
ON, Canada
Steel wave flume in Ottawa
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Researchers And Facilities
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
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.
Activities funded
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.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 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
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
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
Eligible expenses
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.
Selection criteria
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
How to apply
1
Check the eligibility criteria for the grant
Gather the required documents for submitting the application
2
Write the grant application following the program requirements
Include project details and its economic significance
3
Prepare a detailed and justified budget for the project
Ensure compliance with the program's funding rules
4
Submit the application by the prescribed deadlines
Wait for the evaluation and decision of the grant committee
Additional information
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.
Contacts
nrc.contactocre-contactezgocf.cnrc@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
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