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Field Assessment of Multi-beam Imaging Sonar Performance in Surface & Bottom Mount Deployments
March – December 2020
The Pathway Program - Technology Validation: Multibeam (Imaging) Sonars
Improved Analysis of Harbour Porpoise Sounds
May – December 2020
The Pathway Program - Data Automation: Passive Acoustic Monitoring Devices
Valuation Method for Electric Ancillary Services
May – September 2020
The objective of this project is to define a new, enhanced power purchase agreement (PPA) for use by NSPI or an independent procurement administrator when contracting with Independent (e.g., renewable) Power Producers (IPPs).
Analysis Framework for Long-Term and Cumulative Effects Monitoring
October 2018 – September 2020
This project created a framework for testing in-stream tidal turbine effects on specific marine species populations. The framework provides the basis for future assessment of far-field and cumulative environmental effects.
Modeling of Electric Boats as Energy Storage
July 2018 – September 2020
Electric boats have the potential to act as “energy storage wrapped in a boat”.
Data Analysis Component of Comparative Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) technology assessment
November 2019 – June 2020
The Pathway Program - Technology Validation: Passive Acoustic Monitoring Device
Advancements in technologies and techniques for tidal energy development
April 2017 – March 2020
This project was funded under the Natural Resources Canada Energy Innovation Program and supported research into innovative technologies and techniques to advance the tidal energy sector. The research was comprised of five unique research initiatives with focus areas in environmental mo
Nova Scotia Energy Sector – Targeted Export Market Analysis
February – October 2017
As part of Nova Scotia Department of Energy and Mines’ (NSDEM) mandate to investigate economic opportunities for Nova Scotia technology developers and supply chain service providers, a global energy market analysis was commissioned.
FORCE Data Management System/User Interface
April – June 2017
This project defined a Data Management System (DMS) and user interface solution for use by FORCE.
Impact of Channel Blockage on the Performance of Axial and Cross-Flow Hydrokinetic Turbines
April 2017
This work investigates the effect of channel blockage on how axial and cross-flow turbines perform. The objective is to fill a gap in the literature on suitable blockage corrections for cross-flow turbines.