Pipeline integrity management involves effectively managing various threats, including cracking and corrosion. Crack and corrosion threat management has evolved keeping pace with advancements in the Inline Inspection (ILI) technologies which are primary tools for detection and sizing of crack and corrosion features on a pipeline. With the high-resolution inspection data obtained through ILI tools, the […]

Ambitious 100% net-zero emissions targets, the growing proliferation of distributed energy resources including wind, solar photovoltaic and battery energy storage, and a rise in modern loads such as high capacity electric vehicle charging stations are ushering Canadian utility companies through a major transformation in how electrical distribution grids are managed and operated. Consequently, the traditional […]

The persistent challenge faced by oil producers in measuring multi-phase flows, characterized by a complex mixture of oil, gas, and water from wells, has prompted the development of an AI-based multi-phase flow meter by MLCan. Current approaches to real-time precision are hindered by the inherent complexity of these flows, leading to costly and less accurate […]

Reinforcement Learning in Large Language Models (RL-LLM) is revolutionizing how AI understands and responds to human language, improving virtual assistants in various fields. It teaches models to follow instructions effectively, even with vague prompts, reducing inappropriate responses and false information. RL-LLM’s application extends to sectors like healthcare, finance, and online shopping, enhancing product suggestions and […]

Every winter Quebecers, Canadians and basically anyone living in northern climates suffer from icing related failures (power blackouts, fallen trees, blocked roads, etc.). In the best case, meteorological forecasts and HQ’s ice-removal measures are timely, costly, and the society does not experience the severe effect caused by harsh winter weather. Currently applied active ice protection […]

Steel pipelines as key Canadian infrastructure are often exposed to various geological and environmental conditions that cause defects such as cracks, dents, and gouges in the pipe wall, which can lead to pipe fracture in pipelines, compromising the entire pipeline’s functionality and resulting in significant economic losses, environmental issues or even fatalities. There are several […]

Electrical machines are fundamental to the operation of modern society – from household devices and transportation to industrial operations and power generation. However, designing these devices is a slow and complex process. Many components of the process date back over a century and constrain the devices that can be produced. With technologies such as additive […]

This research program aimed at developing a Geometallurgical Testing Method to classify ore for downstream processing involving comminution using a HPGR followed by cyanide heap leaching to recover gold. The program is focussed on Eldorado Gold’s Kisladag mine in Turkey. This research will assess two options for developing the sample preparation comminution procedure including the […]

An industrial area located in the northeast of Brazil is subjected to bioremediation projects for the decontamination of soil and groundwater of the site. The compounds of interest (COI) are related to the production chain of an herbicide, thus, they are aromatic compounds containing nitro or amino group and/or chlorine. As part of a long-term […]

Bridge engineers deal with various bridge systems to satisfy ever-increased bridge design requirements in safety, functionality, cost, aesthetics, etc. The proposed project aims to investigate in depth the stability and dynamic behaviours of two distinguished bridge systems. One is the shallow steel arch bridge susceptible to non-linear snap-through buckling, and the other is the railway […]

Water accumulation in road bases is a major cause for weakening roads in Canada and worldwide. This research project is to investigate the use of a novel geosynthetic material called WickGridTM to minimize water accumulation and strengthen the road bases. A fully instrumented road test section will be constructed, in which trafficking tests and the […]

Grey clays are widespread soft glaciomarine deposits in the Greater Victoria Region. Seismic ground motions can be significantly amplified in the site with the presence of these soils. However, the understanding of the seismic response of Victoria grey clays is limited. This research aims to fill the knowledge gap by carrying out a collaborative research […]