Grants and Contributions

The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.

In this project, Burloak will perform R&D to advance the knowledge and techniques of pre and post processing aspects of metal additive manufactured components that are hindering the field’s ability to scale production for the commercialization of space and defence. Metal 3D printing is a manufacturing method that provides freedom in designing geometrically complex components and offers solutions to lower the manufacturing cost, facilitate small-production jobs and reduce material and energy waste. However, it’s imperative that alternative solutions be examined to reduce post machining of the delicate near net shape Additively Manufactured (AM) printed parts to unleash the true potential of AM.

The proposed project advances research and development to optimize the impacts of Additive Manufacturing structural design and material composition, and the surface finish on space componentry to withstand the extreme thermal environments found in lunar surface exploration.

The purpose of this project is to advance the field of Additive Manufacturing with respect to light weighting of structural designs for space hardware, and through the study of alloys and surface finish impact on the mechanical properties of space components undergoing extreme thermal conditions.

The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.

This project’s goal is to accelerate the adoption of AM components for space and aerospace applications. Previous IRAP funding allowed Burloak to develop complex thin-walled structures with smooth surface finishes in Aluminum, Titanium and Invar using AM powder bed technologies. The CSA’s STDP Satellite program then allowed for the development of large/complex (Aluminum) space components, which helped us deliver innovative flight-grade RF and structural components. We will continue expanding on this past work by supporting advancements in both micro and large-scale Additive Manufacturing (AM) capability for the Emerging Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Lunar Space Station markets, and to replace forgings for wing spars/landing gear in aerospace.

(20STDPK01) Burloak will develop and establish a “space”-centric Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) process for Additive Manufactured (AM) components focusing on two strategic metal alloys for the space industry; Aluminum and Titanium.

The HIP process technology is used primarily to improve the material properties to an acceptable level (i.e. to reduce porosity in manufactured AM components).

This project will position Burloak as Canadian commercial suppliers providing HIP services for any industry

This project is critical to Canada's continued role as a leader in space technology. The support of this project will promote Canadian innovation in the area of additive manufacturing.

The use of 3D printers in additive manufacturing is significantly changing the way satellites are made. It allows more design options and lowers the cost and lead-time needed to make components. It can also result in fewer parts, easier assembly, and lighter, more efficient systems.

This project will show how 3D printers can produce low-cost, space ready parts for use in the commercial satellite industry. It will use large-scale 3D printers to create a working radio frequency space antenna model. The model will be tested to ensure it meets defined mechanical and performance goals and inform future 3D printing projects. This work showcases Canada's continued leadership in new space technologies and provides many opportunities for highly qualified personnel to enhance their knowledge and skills. It also combines expertise from the additive manufacturing and space development sectors to create an all-Canadian supply chain of advanced satellite communication parts and sub-systems.

This project is to define and develop the requisite technology, materials and manufacturing processes for Additive Manufactured satellite communications products.

Burloak will attend the Farnborough International Airshow to promote its additive manufacturing capability. We will seek one to one business meetings with key targets and then plan follow up meetings after the show.