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Title:

Adaptation of a torque meter for naval military applications

Agreement Number:

1041779

Agreement Value:

$69,800.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 20, 2026 - Nov 27, 2026

Description:

Developed and marketed for the past five years in the civilian sector, the OpTS is a shaft power measurement device recognized for its reliability and accuracy. With DNV type approval—a guarantee of compliance with the most demanding international standards—it has established itself as a benchmark in its field. Building on this success, the firm now aims to take the next step by adapting the OpTS to the specific requirements of the military market. This process involves rigorous compliance with defense-specific norms and standards, in order to provide the armed forces with a proven, robust measurement tool that is fully qualified to meet military operational constraints.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.

Location:

Rimouski, Quebec, CA G5M 0W6

Reference Number:

172-2026-2027-Q1-1041779

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

823409958

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Legal Name:

MTE INSTRUMENTS INC.

Federal Riding Name:

Rimouski-Neigette--Témiscouata--Les Basques

Federal Riding Number:

24018

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program

Program Purpose:

The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.

Coverage:

Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.

NAICS Code:

488332