Title:
Youth Project - RPAS Pilot
Agreement Value:
$25,388.00
Agreement Date:
Aug 2, 2021 - Mar 31, 2022
Description:
Development of AI Object Detection Software
The primary role of the candidate will be to support AltoMaxx in the development of AI Objects Detection software.
Background:
AltoMaxx is developing YOLO (You Only Look Once) based object recognition detection software integration with RPAS for critical infrastructure inspections.
• This capability will increase speed, accuracy, reliability and efficiency of data collection for critical infrastructure inspections
• Relying on manual piloting & payload operator judgement for asset identification and data capture could provide inconsistent data quality
• Efficient and reliable data capture from drones have proven to increase safety, reliability and productivity of critical infrastructure
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Location:
St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A1A 5T3
Reference Number:
172-2021-2022-Q2-975979
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
713721918
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The total amended value is -4,612 dollars.
Amendment Date
Oct 4, 2021
Recipient's Operating Name:
AltoMaxx Technologies
Recipient's Legal Name:
Altomaxx Technologies Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
St. John's East
Federal Riding Number:
10006
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Coverage:
IRAP Youth Employment Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.