Grants and Contributions:

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$401,833.00

Agreement Date:

Dec 17, 2014 -

Description:

This project entitled ""Feasibility Study of Multi-Agent Field Analyzer for Space Applications (MAFASA)"" seeks to develop a new analytical technique capable of identifying components from geological samples gathered in the course of a manned or robotic exploration of extraterrestrial bodies such as Mars, the Moon, or an asteroid. The proposed Multi-Agent Field Analyzer for Space Applications (MAFASA) will allow for the detection and identification of organic and inorganic compounds.

Organization:

Canadian Space Agency

Expected Results:

-Increased knowledge from research projects in priority space S&T areas (number of new and ongoing space science and technology initiatives and projects).
-Number of completed space science and technology initiatives (Announcement of Opportunity) and proj

Location:

Chalk River, Ontario, CA

Reference Number:

003-2014-2015-Q3-02161

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year

Recipient's Legal Name:

Bubble Technology Industries (BTI)

Program:

Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology

Program Purpose:

This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.
The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.