Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Autonomous Vessel
Agreement Number:
941657
Agreement Value:
$23,596.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 2, 2019 - Mar 31, 2020
Description:
To integrate a 3rd party Intelligent Autonomous Control System into a MetalCraft 7 meter RIB (7M Interceptor model) vessel so that the vessel can operate autonomously and carry the required detection and reporting equipment for a minimum of 3 consecutive days, in seas up to and including sea state 3. This includes integrating an Autonomous Control System, a Vessel Perception System (capable of detecting a 7m RIB at a minimum of 6 nautical miles), a Multi-Agent Command and Control System (capable of operating either via remote control or fully autonomous), and a Communication System.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Kingston, Ontario, CA K7K 6N7
Reference Number:
172-2019-2020-Q4-941657
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
103647293
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
MetalCraft Marine Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Kingston and the Islands
Federal Riding Number:
35044
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
336612