Innovative Projects Realized

Enhance Baseband Bandwidth for Rydberg Atom-Based RF Sensors

Rydberg atom-based sensors are a room temperature quantum technology for detecting radio frequency waves. These sensors have advantages such as electromagnetic transparency and ultrabroadband carrier frequency detection capability that are not possible to obtain with conventional antennas. The advantages lead to a host of applications in radio frequency technologies such as communications, particularly 5G and 6G, and radar. Quantum Valley Ideas Laboratories is a world leader in this area of research and is driving Canada towards pioneering commercialization of the technology. The students working on this project will gain valuable experience in quantum technologies and contribute towards increasing the baseband bandwidth of these novel sensors.

IMS applications deployed in virtualization and cloud environments (OpenStack and KVM)

The IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) is a key component in the Mobile Next Generation Network, which is used by telecommunications operators throughout the world to provide access to multimedia and broadband services. As these services become more sophisticated, and as the number of clients rises drastically, it is increasingly expensive to install and operate a network that will satisfy the users’ expectations. Cloud computing (combined with high-speed networks) provides a potential method for reducing the installation and operational costs of IMS. However, its use may introduce performance degradation in certain parameters, such as the delay. We will construct a test environment that will permit us to build queuing models for a cloud-based IMS system, which in turn will permit predicting hardware requirements to meet given performance expectations. Successful adaptation of IMS to the cloud-based environment will permit telecommunications operators to improve the availability of their systems, which will enhance the user experience.

Amélioration des connaissances liées aux propriétés des matériaux recyclés à froid produits en chantier

Le projet vise à augmenter l’utilisation du recyclage en place à froid pour la réhabilitation des routes. Ce procédé consiste à traiter la couche d’enrobé bitumineux existante avec des liants bitumineux et hydrauliques, renforçant ainsi la capacité portante de la chaussée tout en réutilisant les matériaux en place, ce qui est économiquement et environnementalement avantageux. L’objectif final du projet est d’améliorer l’utilisation du procédé de réhabilitation des routes par le recyclage en place à froid en fournissant des lignes directrices sur les méthodes d’évaluation de la qualité et de la cure des matériaux stabilisés, afin d’optimiser la durabilité et la performance des chaussées réhabilitées.

Leak detection technology

The partner organization, Sensyn, is addressing the pressing issue of pipeline leaks in Canada, driven by aging infrastructure. Incidents of leaks have surged in the last decade, leading to environmental harm and significant cleanup expenses. Conventional leak detection systems are struggling to cope, underscoring the urgent need for better solutions.

Sensyn’s groundbreaking sensing cable technology, Oilrove, offers a transformative solution. It boasts unparalleled sensitivity in detecting liquid hydrocarbons, ensuring precise leak detection without false alarms. Oilrove’s versatility allows for easy installation in both existing and new pipelines, whether buried or above ground. Moreover, the environmental benefits of Oilrove are significant. By promptly detecting leaks, it helps minimize the environmental impact of spills, reducing contamination of soil, water resources, and ecosystems. This not only safeguards biodiversity but also protects public health by preventing exposure to harmful substances.

However, Sensyn faces challenges in securing funding and establishing business partnerships to transition Oilrove from research to market. This project aims to assist Sensyn in refining its marketing and business strategy to overcome these obstacles. By doing so, they can attract investors and forge partnerships necessary for bringing Oilrove to market effectively.

MCAF Organization Resource Management System and IT Accelerator Program

The project proposal involves integrating a Resource Management System (MORMS) and delivering digital literacy programs at the Multicultural Association of Fredericton Inc. (MCAF). This system, built using Odoo ERP, aims to streamline operations and improve service efficiency for MCAF, which provides essential services to a diverse community of newcomers and settled immigrants. By addressing challenges like resource allocation and service delivery efficiency, the project will significantly enhance MCAF’s operational capabilities. The expected benefits to MCAF include more effective management of client services and resources, enabling them to better support the integration and inclusion of newcomers in the community. The integration of technology and improvement of digital literacy among clients will also empower them to navigate digital platforms more independently, enhancing their participation in society.

Climate-related Physical Risk Solution – Heat Islands & Flood #2

The project aims to develop an AI/ML model that forecasts future climate-related physical risks exposure, enabling the quantification of the financial impact of climate change. This initiative is part of a pilot project involving municipalities.
The model will empower businesses, governments, and organizations to effectively build climate adaptation plans.

Climate-related Physical Risk Solution – Heat Islands & Flood

The project aims to develop an AI/ML model that forecasts future climate-related physical risks exposure, enabling the quantification of the financial impact of climate change. This initiative is part of a pilot project involving municipalities.
The model will empower businesses, governments, and organizations to effectively build climate adaptation plans.

From Data to Decisions: Developing a Prototype Dashboard for Real-Time Business Analytics

This project aims to enhance the decision-making processes at Select People Solutions by upgrading their data reporting capabilities. Specifically, we plan to integrate data with Microsoft Power BI dashboards. By doing so, we will create dynamic dashboards that display important business metrics in real-time. These dashboards will help the company’s management quickly understand current trends and make more informed decisions. The expected benefit for Select People Solutions is a more efficient and accurate analysis of their operations, leading to improved business outcomes and strategic planning.

Spandrel Interactive 2 – Preparing market analysis of game products on specific marketplaces and regions to identify future projects.

Spandrel Interactive specializes in the development of cutting-edge training simulations that use virtual reality to provide realistic and immersive training experiences for businesses. It offers Virtual, Mixed and Augmented Reality solutions to improve training, sales, collaboration etc. It also offers other services such as Web Development and Video Game Development too. They have successfully handled projects in various sectors like education, healthcare, automotive, and public services. To solidify their sales pipeline on their service side, they are looking to formalize and streamline their sales in Virtual, Mixed and Augmented Reality for training and engagement. Also, they require a market analysis of game products on specific marketplaces, in various key regions and in specific subgenres. The purpose for this is for better processes in identifying opportunities for future game projects.

Amélioration de la performance de l’activation thermique et de la précipitation de carbonates de Magnésium dans un procédé de carbonation de résidus miniers de serpentinite

Le projet de recherche vise à optimiser le procédé de carbonatation minérale développé par l’INRS et mis en oeuvre par l’entreprise Sigma Devtech. II s’agit d’un procédé permettant d’extraire du magnésium à partir des résidus miniers de serpentine et de stocker le CO2 sous forme de carbonates de haute pureté. Afin d’améliorer la rentabilité du procédé, deux étapes clés doivent être optimisées. L’activation thermique de la serpentine, cruciale pour améliorer sa réactivité, influence directement le taux d’extraction du magnésium. L’objectif est ici d’étudier l’impact de la granulométrie initiale de la serpentine sur l’efficacité du traitement thermique, en évaluant la nécessité d’ajouter des étapes de séparation granulométrique et/ou de broyage. La deuxième étape à optimiser est celle de la cristallisation. Le liquide resultant de la carbonatation de la serpentine traitée thermiquement est chauffé dans un cristallisoir afin de former des carbonates de magnésium. L’optimisation de l’étape de cristallisation, en termes de température, temps de résidence et type de cristallisoir, est essentielle pour maximiser la production de carbonates de magnésium de haute pureté tout en minimisant les impuretés précipitées.

Advancing Social Finance in Newfoundland and Labrador – Memorial University of Newfoundland

This project will support Propel Impact in engaging and building relationships with organizations advancing impact investing and impact measurement in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Optimisation de façon innovante du procédé de fabrication

Assurer un processus de production capable de maintenir une stabilite dimensionnelle des produits fabriques avec un minimum de variance, en reduisant l’ecart de longueur standard entre le min et le max, en minimisant les pertes provoques pour les productions hors norme et etre le plus innovant dans les procedes et les methodes de travail. Le Projet a une portee suivante:
Controler de facon innovante la decoupe du pain (ce qui represente l’action de la guillotine avec les specifications des matieres premieres tesls que la farine, la fermentation et le fermaid) en fonction de l’elasticite et de la plasticite de celui-ci. Il faut determinewr la distance et la hauter de la pate. Pour l’entreprise l’impact au niveau (environnemental) de la diminution des pertes sera tres interessant pour l’utilisation des matieres premieres. Un coup optimisee, i ly aura u n gain monetaire significatif ewn millions de dollars (economique). De plus, le fait de controler la decoupe et les matieres premieres, lors du transport de la pate et de la transformation du pain, ameliorera significativement le qualite du produit fini (methodologie, technologie).