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Research and Development<\/h2>
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In 5 axes of applied research<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Aluminium processing\u00a0 |\u00a0 Additive manufacturing\u00a0 |\u00a0 New alloys \u00a0\u00a0|\u00a0 Corrosion, electrochemistry and metal protection\u00a0 |\u00a0 Non-destructive testing (NDT)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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  • Study of hard chrome plating bath properties and their impact on the microstructural, mechanical, and corrosion resistance properties of the resulting chrome layer<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Additive manufacturing for optimized heat exchange in die casting<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Multi-element ultrasound processes for the quality validation of casted parts<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Prototype of an ignition system for aluminium filtration processes<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Manufacturing of aluminum-based cermet for brake rotor applications<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Mould repair technology by laser additive manufacturing with powder deposition (DED)<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Study of corrosion and high temperature behaviours of several types of organic protective coatings for underground steel conduits<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Improved wear-resistant aluminium for ground transportation applications<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Study of mechanical properties and high-stress corrosion behaviour of metal coatings applied on steel substrate by various techniques<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Optimized cooling phase processes in thermal spray coating<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Ultrasound-guided characterization of the interior corrosion of a steel pipeline<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Lightweight parts made of laminated Al-Ti composites<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Study of the effect of parameters on the properties of plasma reactor-developed ultra high-strength aluminium alloys<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Blister-free solution heat treatment for aluminum high-pressure die casting parts<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Tungsten carbide powder cold-spray technology for airplane motor blades<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Low-pressure casting of thin magnesium alloy parts<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Cast aluminium parts for an ergonomic chair<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Replacement of alloy 356 with 535 for low-cost sand casting manufacturing<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Enhanced mechanical properties of die-cast aluminium alloy 369<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Improved service life of magnesium anodes for electrocoagulation applications<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Novel bimetallic hockey skate blade<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Improved durability of aluminium extrusion matrixes by surface modification<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Optimized GMAW, GTAW, and PAW welding repair technology for titanium and Ti6Al4V alloy<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Corrosion-resistant cone-shaped plug valves<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Addition of a novel tungsten carbide alloy to the manufacture of cutting tools by powder deposition<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Diamond tool technology for concrete resurfacing<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Novel ferroalloy methodologies (FeZrSi, FeZr, FeV)<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Optimized GMAW, FCAW, and SAW welding processes for the porosity and cracking issues of duplex 2205 and 2507 steel<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Innovative high-performance ultra wear-resistant skate blade<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Novel production technique for advanced alloy drill bits in mining applications<\/li>\r\n\t
  • New stamping strategies for the production of Inconel 718<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Improved service life of galvanized barrels for nail manufacturing<\/li>\r\n\t
  • R&D of titanium anodes for lithium hydroxide production<\/li>\r\n\t
  • New casting and thermal technology for the manufacture of B206 aluminium into high-performance parts for wheelchairs<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Optimized parameters for the automated vertical MCAW welding of 55W steel structures<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Low-cost FeTi alloys for hydrogen storage applications<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Failure analysis and corrosion resistance study of AISI420, AISI304, AISI316, AISI174-PH, and AISI440 steel grades for the manufacture of conveyor components<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Compatibility of eco-friendly coatings and metallic assemblies<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Friction stir-welded aluminium extrusions for a pedestrian footbridge platform<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Enhanced performance of ductile iron parts by thermodynamic modelling<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Manufacturing process development for a one-piece aluminum RF diplexer<\/li>\r\n\t
  • High structural integrity die-cast aluminium parts<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Thermal treatment studies of 15-5 PH and Ti-6Al-4V parts by additive manufacturing user laser-guided powder injection<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Crucible casting of liquid aluminium for the manufacture of small-scale customized alloy ingots<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Canada-wide metallurgy platform for the processing of added-value materials and semi-finished products for the global medical industry<\/li>\r\n\t
  • low pressure casting of a magnesium alloy part<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Novel engineered alloy for the moulding of magnesium-based prototype products<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Comparative analysis of low-pressure and gravity casting of AZ91E magnesium<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Rapid prototyping, moulding, and casting of an aluminium alloy\/magnesium-based crankcase<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Thermal control of permanent moulds for magnesium casting: Temperature maintenance and impact on metallurgical quality<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Prediction method to quantitatively assess the quality of image-analysed moulded parts<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Mould-coating and grain refinement methodologies for low-pressure permanent die casted magnesium<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Assessment of an alternative method to obtain cast aluminium parts with enhanced anodizing\/mechanical properties<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Mechanical properties of investment-cast A356-T6: Prediction of compliance with ASTM B108 and ASTM B686 norms<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Novel ductile iron treatment method<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Performance analysis of a C02-eliminating bioreactor for industrial environments<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Enhanced mechanical properties of investment-cast A356 aluminium by rapid solidification<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Eddy current control of cast aluminium parts<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Duplex stainless steel investment casting<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Prototype technology development for investment casting<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Optimized mould filling in low-pressure casting (aluminium, magnesium)<\/li>\r\n\t
  • Optimum parameters for twin-roll casting of magnesium sheets<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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    Applied Metallurgy<\/h2>
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    • Metallurgical characterization of various wagon wheel models<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Observation report on damaged suction conduits at a smoke treatment facility<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Fractographic study of EBT furnace turret anchor bolts<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of a roller on a 7 km-long overland conveyor<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of tractor wheel rim damage<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of temporary welds on the self-steer axle of a logging trailer<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Perforation of a Bell & Gossett heat exchange tube<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of a car lift locking mechanism<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of a high-pressure water pump shaft<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of in-service freight car brake shoes<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Interior corrosion assessment of a pipeline<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analyse of a 6061-T6 aluminium 6-blade fan<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Characterization of tandem pivot shafts<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of a hydraulic pin press attachment bit used on Apron feeder chains<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of two anchor rods at a cement factory construction site<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Steel corrosion resistance testing of a concrete curing oven<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Inspection of Skyjack aerial lift platforms<\/li>\r\n\t
    • On-site splintering of a tungsten carbide roll ring<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Inspection of the pump drainage system at the Gentilly-2 nuclear power plant<\/li>\r\n\t
    • Failure analysis of a bus lift cylinder assembly bolt<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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