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13270 Completed Projects

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Engineering - chemical / biological

Powder Morphology Effect Assessment on Cold Spray Process for Repair and Additive Manufacturing Applications

Cold Spray is a coating additive manufacturing process relying on the particle kinetic, with particles plastically deforming upon impact with the substrate and adhering to it. While the production of thin aluminum/aluminum alloys coatings (below 1mm) by Cold Spray is fairly common, the production of thick coatings (> 1mm) and large net-shape parts has been more challenging. Equispheres patent-pending atomization technology produces free-flowing, uniform spherical metal powders, with narrow particle size distribution, excellent sphericity and flowability. As such, it is envisioned that their process could be used to produce aluminum feedstock powders with the proper specifications to prevent any of the issues encountered when trying to produce thick aluminum coatings/parts by Cold Spray.
The general program objective is to study, evaluate and compare the potential of various commercially available aluminum feedstock powders (including Equispheres) to be used in the Cold Spray process to produce dense thick coatings.TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Bertrand Jodoin

Student:

Daniel MacDonald

Partner:

Equispheres

Discipline:

Engineering - mechanical

Sector:

Advanced manufacturing

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate

Development of zero VOC solvents based on organic carbonate compounds

major contributor to smog formation is the release of volatile chemicals which are emitted from many sources including automobile exhaust and consumer products. To combat the adverse effects smog has on air quality in North America, agencies such as Environment and Climate Change (Canada) and the Environmental Protection Agency (United States) enforce limits on the types and amounts of chemicals used in industrial applications and consumer products. Replacing chemicals that are known to contribute heavily to smog formation, with environmentally friendly chemicals are highly sought after targets. Mineral spirits are a widely prevalent chemical in consumer products and industrial processes that contributes significantly to VOC emissions. We propose to work with TBF Environmental to develop an environmentally friendly alternative to mineral spirits, which will reduce harmful smog emissions when used in place of mineral spirits.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Laurel Schafer

Student:

Joseph Clarkson

Partner:

TBF Environmental Technology Inc

Discipline:

Chemistry

Sector:

Alternative energy

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Creating a Positive Safety Culture and Continuous Improvement in Alberta’s Construction Industry

To create the impetus for industry-level improvements in safety, the COAA has embarked on an initiative “Twice as Safe, Twice as Productive by 2020”. The purpose of this project is to support this initiative by understanding the safety cultures and the levels of maturity across the construction industry and motivating improvements in all Albertan construction companies. This will be accomplished by first surveying individuals working for owner companies, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. The findings will allow us to understand where to focus efforts to build strengths and mitigate cultural misperceptions, issues and or voids.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Lianne Lefsrud

Student:

Leonardo Pennetta de Oliveira

Partner:

Construction Owners Association of Alberta

Discipline:

Engineering - chemical / biological

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Accelerate

M.Sc. Master Thesis: The Dynamic of Incoterms Selection and Supply Chain Finance Performance

For a pharmaceutical company, it is important to source the finest raw materials (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) available at the best possible prices. With the advancement of globalization and the improvement of cross-broader trades, an increasing number of companies are reducing their acquisition costs of raw materials by sourcing globally. In order to stay competitive, Pharmaceutical companies should therefore effectively select the most appropriate Incoterms for each supplier based on origins/destinations consideration; while balancing its day-to-day operating cash flow exposure thereby improving its Supply Chain Finance performance. This research project attempts to present the link between the relevancy and importance of strategic Incoterms selection and Supply Chain Finance performance, two areas of international trades that are often overlooked and turns them into an extremely relevant topic for all Canadian manufacturers.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Andre Tchokogue

Student:

Stewart Soh

Partner:

G Production Inc.

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Automotive and transportation

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Investigation of the Health Benefits of a Novel Sourdough Fermented Pasta

There are several factors driving an insatiable market for natural health products in the Canadian marketplace, including growing consumer interest in food-health relationships, rising healthcare costs and an aging population. One growing natural health food niche includes fermented foods that are becoming increasingly recognized for their health benefits. This project aims to explore the benefits of a new type of fermented product, sourdough pasta (‘Pasta Fermentata™’) created by Kaslo Sourdough’s proprietary fermentation technology, on the regulation of blood glucose and gut health. In collaboration with their academic partners at the University of Calgary, the intent of this project is to examine the differences between Kaslo Sourdough’s shelf stable (dried) sourdough pasta compared to conventional pasta on glucose regulation and biomarkers of gut health in individuals at an increased risk of developing diabetes, to determine whether there are health benefits associated with sourdough pasta.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jane Shearer

Student:

Amanda Longo

Partner:

Kaslo Sourdough

Discipline:

Kinesiology

Sector:

Medical devices

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Characterization of a novel personal aerosol measurement device

Fine particulate air pollution is recognized as causing health problems globally, but health researchers are just starting to understand where people receive their exposure, which will influence policies and regulations. There is a need for size-resolved particle measurements using a device that can be carried easily by a person. Nanozen has built such a device, and it could be used also for workplace ventilation control. However, first the sensor response to a wide range of particle sizes and compositions must characterized. UBC’s Energy and Aerosols Laboratory has the equipment to generate and characterize particles for 10 nanometers to 15 microns in closed and open exposure chambers. A post-doctoral fellow who has just completed his thesis on fine particle measurement, will carry out this work. Beyond simple calibration, we will seek to understand the physics behind the instrument response, with the aim of improving the size and/or concentration limits.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Steven Rogak

Student:

Alberto Baldelli

Partner:

Nanozen Inc

Discipline:

Engineering - mechanical

Sector:

Environmental industry

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Entrepreneurial Delegation

Many entrepreneurs have passions for their ventures because they regard the ventures as their babies. Hence they are willing to put in greater amounts of “sweat equity” even if this greater effort is not fairly rewarded. This feeling is elicited by the entrepreneur’s psychological ownership. Although some psychological ownership is beneficial for new venture survival, excessively high levels of psychological ownership may lead to entrepreneur’s unwillingness to relinquish power and delegate. Many start-ups fail or do not achieve their full potential due to the entrepreneur’s resistance to delegating in a timely way. Thus, I attempt to explore the process of delegation in new ventures. My research findings will contribute to both entrepreneur’s management practice and the quality of mentoring program provided by technology incubators.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Graham Brown

Student:

Honglan Zhu

Partner:

Aupera Technologies Inc

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Information and communications technologies

University:

University of Victoria

Program:

Accelerate

Development of Standardized Laboratory and Semi-Field Methods for Assessing the Risk of Pesticide Exposure to Megachile rotundata F. – Year Two

Non-Apis bees are now recognized as significant pollinators. For most crops visited by bees, pesticides are used for pest management, and there is concern about the potential negative effects of pesticides on wild and managed bees. Most toxicity studies involving bees have focused on honey bees (Apis mellifera), partially because honey bee data are required for pesticide registration. Yet because of physiological and behavioural differences, honey bees and non-Apis bees may not be equally susceptible to a given pesticide. As such, there is interest from regulatory agencies in incorporating non-Apis bees into pesticide risk assessments. However, methods for assessing the hazards of pesticides to non-Apis bees have not yet been established. We aim to generate data that will contribute to the development of standardized methods for assessing the risk of pesticides to alfalfa leafcutter bees (Megachile rotundata), one of the most intensively managed non-Apis bees for agricultural pollination in Canada.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Cynthia Scott-Dupree

Student:

Andrew Frewin

Partner:

Syngenta Canada

Discipline:

Environmental sciences

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Elevate

Encapsulation strategies for the enhanced performance of active ingredients in cosmetic products

Functional foods and cosmetics contain physiologically active compounds. However, many active ingredients are susceptible to degradation and/or are not efficiently absorbed by the body. It is increasingly recognized that the composition and physical structures of the products, and interactions between ingredients in the matrix can impact the stability and availability of active ingredients. Encapsulation is an important strategy for protecting and delivering active ingredients and it has a long history of use in food and cosmetic industries. Several encapsulation vehicles for active ingredients have been developed, however their efficacy in delivering active ingredients is not well characterized. This research proposal addresses the value-chain development and enhancement of active ingredients using different encapsulation vehicles for food and cosmetic applications. Results of this project will bring research from the academia to the industry, which will lead to potential commercialization of novel functional food and petroleum-free cosmetic products.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Alejandro Marangoni

Student:

Fan Wang

Partner:

Avaria Health & Beauty Corp

Discipline:

Food science

Sector:

Consumer goods

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Elevate

Water Monitoring: Instrumentation and Software Research Project

The proposed research project is to a) research and determine what are the best water monitoring components and scientific instruments that can be used in remote settings b) research the existing software which allows for simple interface with water monitoring data and the data user/contributor c) research and establish overarching system to pair water monitoring technologies and software in a manner that reflects the values and goals of the SWGIL project, including OCAP protocols for indigenous users d) submit said research to the SWGIL grant operators with suggestions on which technologies would be appropriate for field usage throughout the grant e) share that same research with partnership organization so they can use it as a value added service for their clients.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mark Johnson

Student:

Theodore Eyster

Partner:

Brinkman and Associates Reforestation Ltd.

Discipline:

Environmental sciences

Sector:

Forestry

University:

Brandon University

Program:

Accelerate

Hydrogen Storage in Two-Dimensional Layered Nanomaterials: Synthesis – Year Two

The objective of the proposed research is to investigate novel solid-state materials that have potential for hydrogen storage applications in fuel cell electric vehicles. Of interest are materials that can store hydrogen at ambient conditions and low pressures, have high gravimetric and volumetric hydrogen capacities, and can be safely packed into a hydrogen storage tank for automotive use. The research will focus on assessing the feasibility of threedimensional structures consisting of two-dimensional layered nanomaterials such as graphene as viable media to store hydrogen. This research agenda brings together proven expertise in nanomaterials, hydrogen storage, and fuel cells at Simon Fraser University with leading technical expertise at Hydrogen in Motion (H2M). The most promising nanomaterials resulting will be considered for next generation hydrogen fuel tank solutions developed by H2M, which may further promote the market proposition for “zero-emission” fuel cell electric vehicles and contribute to Canada’s leadership in the automotive industry.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Erik Kjeang

Student:

Michael Whitwick

Partner:

Hydrogen in Motion

Discipline:

Engineering - mechanical

Sector:

Automotive and transportation

University:

Simon Fraser University

Program:

Elevate

Advanced Methodology for Grid-to-Rod Fretting Modeling

The research project provides for the advancement of knowledge of and methodology for fretting phenomena modeling specific to nuclear fuel rod systems to preclude component failures. Grid-to-rod-fretting (GTRF) remains the most common cause of fuel rod failures and associated performance issues in pressurized water reactors (PWR). GTRF denotes the deterioration of the surface integrity of nuclear fuel rods and supporting spacer grid systems attributed to the cumulative effects of surface contact dynamics. Flow-induced vibration and the evolving rod-grid support conditions during the design life produce complex relative motions between the contact surfaces of the spacer grid and fuel rod, leading to fretting wear damage. Understanding of fretting wear mechanisms during reactor operation and development of wear modeling approaches that incorporate the varying contact conditions and material states are needed in order to develop appropriate simulation capabilities to predict and preclude GTRF failure during reactor operation.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Helmi Attia

Student:

Alix de Pannemaecker

Partner:

AREVA Resources Canada Inc

Discipline:

Engineering - mechanical

Sector:

Environmental industry

University:

McGill University

Program:

Accelerate

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