Automated and smart manufacturing system for Resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) fabrication

The research project aims to revolutionize the manufacturing of temperature sensors, specifically Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs), through cutting-edge automation and advanced welding techniques. Think of RTDs as the devices ensuring your oven maintains the right cooking temperature. Our approach involves using smart sensors and robotics, guided by artificial intelligence, to create a highly efficient and […]

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Food waste Biochar Production and Characterization for Sustainable Odor Emission Control

In this research endeavor, our primary objective is to convert juice industry waste into biochar—a carbon-rich material—via biomass preprocessing and optimized pyrolysis. Employing advanced analytical techniques, we aim to comprehensively identify and understand the organic and inorganic elements, surface area, and micropore volume within the biochar. The ultimate goal is to unlock the diverse applications […]

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Developing High-Performance Asphalt Concrete Mixes through Bio-Graphene Nanoplatelets Modification

High performing asphalt pavements are vital to the continual operation of North America’s transportation network. Asphalt, which is a mixture of asphalt cement, aggregates, and fillers, is paved at high temperatures and compacted to provide a smooth, waterproof, and safe wearing coarse for vehicles. Over the 15-to-20-year lifespan of the pavement, the asphalt surface can […]

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Fiber-optic based point of care genetic testing device

Point-of-Care DNA tests have grown in importance throughout recent years. Incorporation of devices in patient beside treatment requires fast turn-around times for results as well as economic feasibility. Spartan Bioscience, a local biotechnology company, has developed a technology that can detect abnormalities in a person’s DNA. In an effort to develop next generation technology, Spartan […]

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Developing an automated tool for SAR parameter optimization

Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites provide wide area global perspectives through images of the Earth’s surfaces and its governing processes. Capable of detecting small variations in surface roughness, and unconstrained by lighting and weather conditions, SAR is a robust remote sensing instrument. Designing and operating a SAR is a complex process, as there are numerous […]

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Advanced geometric calibration facility and methods

Three-dimensional (3D) reality capture is an umbrella term for imaging techniques used to create accurate models of real scenes. An important reality capture technology is lidar or laser scanner devices that collect three-dimensional measurements of objects they can see. Laser scanners can be deployed on aircraft, a surveying tripod or on a self-driving car. Regardless […]

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Design of a robust, low-power gateway for LoRa Mesh Networks

With the escalating demand for sustainability and climate monitoring, LoRa mesh networks have proven instrumental in large-scale environmental monitoring. Serving as the final link in a mesh network, gateways play a critical role by gathering measurements from each sensor and transmitting them to the internet. The performance of gateways is crucial to the efficacy of […]

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Extension de la propriété intellectuelle par l’optimisation des propriétés de l’anticancéreux RM-581

Le RM-581 est un dérivé aminostéroïde (AM) qui démontre des activités anticancéreuses prometteuses dans plusieurs types de cancers et ce, dans différents modèles in vitro et in vivo. Le défi de recherche dans ce projet sera d’étendre la propriété intellectuelle (PI) actuelle autour de l’aminostéroïde RM-581 par la synthèse de dérivés modifiés de sa partie […]

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Enhancing Waste Detection on Conveyor Belts through Generative Models

In this project, we aim to improve the efficiency of waste detection on conveyor belts using advanced computer vision technology. By incorporating innovative generative models and data fusion techniques, we seek to enhance the accuracy of identifying different types of waste materials. This research will contribute to more effective waste sorting processes, ultimately reducing environmental […]

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Développement et validation d’un prototype d’application visant à soutenir la gestion de plaies au siège chez des utilisateurs de fauteuil roulant motorisé

Les utilisateurs de fauteuil roulant motorisé sont nombreux. Leur positionnement est un enjeu majeur pour les utilisateurs et les cliniciens, il peut permettre de limiter l’occurrence de plaies de pression, enjeux socio-économique majeur dans le monde. Amylior inc., leader canadien dans le domaine des fauteuils roulant motorisé, a pour objectif de créer un fauteuil roulant […]

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Wireless Charger System for e-bike/e-scooter

Light electric vehicles such as e-bikes and e-scooters are gaining popularity. However, due to lack of standardization each brand/manufacturer use different battery configurations. Consequently, designing a public charging station for light electric vehicles is a challenge. Moreover, wireless charging of light electric vehicles offers a more elegant and convenient solution. Thus, the goal of the […]

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Enhancing Prefabrication Efficiency through Extended Reality (XR): A Comprehensive Framework for Integration and Validation in the AEC-FM Industry

Ensuring safety and efficiency in the construction industry remains a paramount concern, requiring innovative solutions to mitigate delays, minimize reworks, and prevent accidents. Despite advancements, challenges persist in facilitating real-time interactions among project participants, addressing unforeseen design-construction discrepancies promptly, and efficiently managing construction materials and resources. This study investigates the potential of leveraging Extended Reality […]

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