Dam failures may lead to catastrophic consequences, extending far beyond the immediate neighbourhood of the dam site due to sudden reservoir release or overtopping. The main objectives of this research project are: (i) to apply state-of-the-art simulation tools to investigate the seismic response of a real dam in Quebec to formulate guidelines on the significance […]

With the fifth-generation mobile communication system (5G), mobile operators need to explore new use cases and applications. These industries are potential users of 5G to fully exploit the new 5G capabilities in terms of its application. Vehicular communications and intelligent transportation systems are considered new use cases of 5G whose low-latency and ultra-reliability are required. […]

Les appareils à rotors coaxiaux utilisent deux rotors contrarotatifs partageant le même axe de rotation. Pour ces appareils, l’interaction entre les deux rotors est importante pour leurs performances. Ainsi, ce projet porte sur la caractérisation expérimentale de l’effet de l’espacement entre les 2 rotors sur le comportement aérodynamique des drones.

The objective of the proposed research project is to develop a mathematical model that can be used to predict, monitor and control the thickness profile of extruded Tedlar® film, particularly during product transitions and batch switches. Development of this model will require a detailed understanding of the extrusion and film casting process, as well as […]

The main problem being addressed is the current lack of control and quality in the deposition of mixed mortar in the application of large-scale 3D printing. This is a significant issue because the properties of the mixes used depend heavily on the material ratios and mixing/pumping time. This means that slight variations can lead to […]

The Paris Agreement, which was signed in December 2015 and went into effect in November 2016, outlines a framework for a new market mechanism that could to incentivize countries to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions: internationally transferred mitigation outcomes (ITMOs). ITMOs enable countries to transfer emissions reduction credits between countries to efficiently find those […]

La transition énergétique est un des efforts nécessaires pour ralentir et limiter le réchauffement climatique et ses impacts. La mission de ce projet commun entre l’École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) et Power Factors est de favoriser l’énergie éolienne par une réduction des coûts d’opération et maintenance de ce type d’énergie. Plus précisément, notre ambition est […]

In order to accelerate the transition of our electricity system to renewable sources, it is important that buildings participate effectively as distributed generators. However, traditional integration methods for solar energy often add complexity to our electricity system. With the rapidly declining costs of battery systems, building-level microgrids are becoming a viable alternative allowing buildings to […]

Two interns will collaborate with Neucel Specialty Cellulose (Neucel), which is located in Port Alice, British Columbia. Neucel is one of the leading global manufacturers of dissolving pulp, which has very high alpha-cellulose content (90 percent and over). The mill has identified the big variation in the solids content in its concentrated red liquor fed […]

The use of organic residual wastes as substrate to produce ingredients for cleaning formulations, such as enzymes, allows to decrease the carbon emission linked to the production of ingredients from fresh raw materials and to their transport. Furthermore, the Quebec policy for the management of residual wastes stipulates that in the year 2022 the landfilling […]

Montréal veut être reconnu mondialement comme une ville dominante dans le domaine de l’intelligence artificielle (IA). De nombreuses entreprises en IA sont justement en train de s’implanter ou de se créer à Montréal. Dans ce contexte, Thalès et le CENTECH ont décidé de s’associer pour créer l’IA@CENTECH : un incubateur pour les Startups en IA […]

The main goal of this research project is to reduce the rate of occurrence of these distresses by designing and developing improved asphalt binder and asphalt mixtures appropriate for St. John’s environmental and loading conditions. The project will develop recommendations on specifications for asphalt binders, modifiers and asphalt mixtures to enhance the rutting and moisture […]