Grants and Contributions:

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$149,848.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 27, 2018 -

Description:

A Remote Sensing Virtual Machine incorporating multiple space-based data and M2M connections in a cloud-compatible environment Kepler has evolved monitoring techniques which use satellite radar data to monitor water extent, water level and water flow, with a focus on wetlands. In this project, improvements will be made via: - The integration of multiple sources of earth observation data and ancillary data to improve of accuracy of monitoring results; - State-of-the-art computing technologies preparing Kepler's techniques for expanded use in terms of access by user groups and expanded geographic coverage.

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:

Kanata, Ontario, CA

Reference Number:

003-2017-2018-Q4-03661

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year

Recipient's Legal Name:

Kepler Space Inc.

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.