Free-Wing RPV Specific tasks focused on the Structures and Materials study of the TRUS vehicle including the issues related to the structural development of a successful design. Pacing structural issues were identified to minimize technical surprises in the development cycle. Full program responsibility included vehicle conceptualization, performance predictions, model testing, and manned prototype design and construction. In response to a requirement to transport workers to various Vancouver Island coastal locations, a novel high speed marine vehicle was designed. The craft is a hybrid configuration employing aerodynamic lift as well as surface planning.
Propulsion is by diesel engines driving surface propellors as well as air thrust generators.
Oil-Spill Hovercraft Designed, developed and fabricated a hovercraft vehicle for use in oil spill recovery operations. The craft is also useful for search and rescue, emergency med-evac and police roles. Military versions are designed for riverine and counter insurgency missions. Towing Tank Design of a hydrodynamic test facility consisting of a flexible and highly automated towing tank. The facility serves to provide a very cost effective environment for surface and subsurface testing, and the study of interface dynamic.