NRCC — Gas turbine research facilities
ON, Canada
Gas turbine research facilities in Ottawa and Thompson, Manitoba
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Researchers And Facilities
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- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- Government of Canada
- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
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Fee-for-service facility for aircraft and industrial gas turbine engine manufacturers, component suppliers and system integrators to develop and validate technologies.
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The NRC's Aerospace Research Centre's gas turbine facilities offer a range of services that would be eligible for this grant, including advanced testing and validation for the aerospace and energy sectors.
- Hybrid-electric test facilities for hybrid-electric propulsion systems.
- Combustion and spray test facilities for low-emissions, fuel-flexible combustion systems.
- Engine aerodynamics test facilities for fuel-efficiency improvements in turbomachinery.
- Engine test cells for performance, operability, and certification testing.
- Icing systems for engine icing certification testing and analysis.
- Mechanical component test facilities for tribological testing and analysis.
- Research altitude test facility for testing engines under simulated high-altitude conditions.
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$350,000
Calgary
Certification testing for engine icing using state-of-the-art icing systems
$450,000
Montreal
Upgrade engine aerodynamics for improved fuel efficiency in regional jet turbines
$400,000
Toronto
Develop and validate hybrid-electric propulsion systems for low-emission aircraft engines
$450,000
Ottawa
Tribological testing and analysis for mechanical components of aircraft turbines
$500,000
Vancouver
Testing low-emissions fuel-flexible combustion systems for industrial gas turbines
$500,000
Winnipeg
High-altitude condition testing of jet engines for performance validation
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Eligibility for using the Aerospace Research Centre's gas turbine facilities involves specific criteria related to the capabilities and focus of the facilities.
- The applicant should be involved in the aerospace or energy sectors, focusing on gas turbine engine development or maintenance.
- The applicant must require access to advanced facilities for the development, testing, and validation of technologies aimed at improving environmental, safety, cost-reduction, performance, or fuel flexibility aspects.
- The applicant should be engaged in the development of hybrid-electric propulsion systems, combustion systems, engine aerodynamics, or similar technologies.
- The applicant may be an aircraft or industrial gas turbine engine OEM, a component supplier, a system integrator, or a fleet operator dealing with specific operational environments.
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Projects eligible for this grant are typically involved in advanced technology solutions in the aerospace and energy sectors, particularly those that align with specific NRC programs and capabilities.
- Aerospace and energy sectors companies working on advanced technology solutions.
- Organizations focused on technology risk management in aerospace or energy applications.
- OEMs and component suppliers aiming for a competitive global market position.
- Entities developing technologies to meet environmental, safety, and performance standards.
- Fleet operators optimizing life-cycle costs through enhanced MRO practices.
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The Aerospace Research Centre's grant is designed to support advanced technology solutions for the aerospace and energy sectors through its unique facilities and expertise. Eligible projects focus on research, testing, and validation of cutting-edge technologies in gas turbine engines and components.
- Testing and certification of hybrid-electric propulsion systems.
- Research and validation of low-emissions, fuel-flexible combustion systems.
- Improvements in gas turbine engine fuel-efficiency through engine turbomachinery advancements.
- Engine performance and operability certification testing, including various specialized conditions.
- Development and testing of icing detection and mitigation systems.
- Tribological testing and analysis of mechanical components.
- High-altitude condition testing of engines and related systems.
- Support for the developmental testing of gas turbine engines in simulated conditions.
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Eligible geographic zones for this grant include the following locations:
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Thompson, Manitoba
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The Aerospace Research Centre's gas turbine facilities offer comprehensive services for the aerospace and energy sectors, leveraging nationally unique facilities, expertise, and technology risk management capabilities.
- Specialized in testing and certifying hybrid-electric propulsion systems and components.
- Research and validation of low-emission, fuel-flexible combustion systems and fuel spray nozzles and injectors.
- Support for gas turbine engine fuel-efficiency improvements through turbomachinery advancements.
- Facilities for engine performance, operability, and certification testing, including icing and endurance trials.
- Icing systems development for certification testing and onboard detection and mitigation.
- Tribological testing, analysis, and modeling for mechanical components and rotating machinery.
- Simulated high-altitude testing for engines and related systems.
- Exclusive outdoor facility for certifying large aircraft turbine engines.
- Developmental testing support for Pratt & Whitney Canada at a dedicated Ottawa facility.
- Registered to ISO 9001 quality standard, ensuring traceable instrument calibrations to national and international standards.
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Advancing Aerospace and Energy Innovation
The grant offered by the Aerospace Research Centre focuses on empowering organizations within the aerospace and energy sectors by facilitating the development and validation of next-generation gas turbine technologies. Through its nationally unique facilities and broad expertise, the Centre aims to enhance global competitiveness and sustainability, while meeting rigorous environmental and safety standards.
Unveiling the Scope and Benefits of the Aerospace Research Grant
At the forefront of aerospace and energy innovation, the Aerospace Research Centre’s grant offers unparalleled support and resources to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), component suppliers, fleet operators, and system integrators as they strive to achieve technological breakthroughs in gas turbine development. This initiative is central to maintaining a globally competitive edge through rigorous testing and certification processes facilitated by the Centre's specialized infrastructure.
Focusing on a blend of civilian and military applications, the grant caters to a diverse spectrum of technological advancements in hybrid-electric propulsion, low-emission combustion systems, and fuel efficiency. The Centre's facilities, including hybrid-electric test environments, advanced combustion and spray testing chambers, engine aerodynamics setups, and engine test cells, provide a comprehensive backdrop for rigorous technological experimentation and validation. These capabilities are pivotal in helping industries transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions, a critical task given the increasing pressure to reduce carbon footprints and comply with stringent regulatory requirements.
By facilitating the certification of aircraft engines through specialized icing systems and mechanical testing environments, the grant not only supports dynamic testing protocols but also enhances lifecycle management strategies for participants. The icing research, which includes specialized masts for environmental challenges and high-altitude test facilities, addresses unique challenges in engine performance under variable environmental conditions. Such capabilities ensure robust testing that mimics real-world scenarios, thereby reducing risk and increasing reliability for end-users.
Moreover, the Centre prides itself on aligning closely with strategic partners such as Pratt & Whitney Canada, providing bespoke developmental testing in tailor-made facilities at their Ottawa campus. These collaborations are accentuated by a commitment to quality standards, as evidenced by their ISO 9001 registration.
This grant program underscores the Centre's dedication to fostering innovation that is not only captivating in scope but also profound in practicality. By offering a platform for rigorous trial and error, alongside state-of-the-art resources, the Research Centre positions its partners to leap forward in technological advancements that satisfy the economic, environmental, and operational demands of their respective industries.
Through this comprehensive support system, beneficiaries are encouraged to tackle the complexities of modern aerospace and energy challenges. Whether focusing on alternative fuels, enhancing engine efficiency, or optimizing maintenance, repair, and operational practices, the initiatives supported by this grant aim at nurturing a cycle of continual improvement and competitive differentiation.
Ultimately, the Aerospace Research Centre’s grant stands as a beacon for transformation within the aerospace and energy sectors. By empowering innovative projects and rigorous testing endeavors, the Centre aims to facilitate sustainable development that will impact not just immediate stakeholders, but the broader society as well, laying the groundwork for an agile and innovative future.
