Title:
AI-Enhanced Track and Capture of Resident Space Objects by Free-Flying Spaceborne Robotic Manipulators
Agreement Number:
19FAYORA14
Agreement Value:
$300,000.00
Agreement Date:
Aug 10, 2020 - Jul 31, 2024
Description:
Space technology is strategically important to Canada due to its critical role in linking together a vast and sparsely populated country. There is a need to protect our valuable space assets from collision threat with space objects for sustainable use of space.
The project goal is the technology development of artificial intelligence (AI) enhanced track and capture of space objects by space robotic manipulators for collision avoidance. The project is also aiming at training space scientists and engineers in a space mission like environment with hands-on experiences in order to acquire space science and technology knowledge and skills sought by the industry. The proposed technology can also be used to position Canada's commercial space sector to help grow the economy and create the jobs of the future.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the future.
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M3J 1P3
Reference Number:
003-2020-2021-Q2-04641
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
An amendment to change the end date
Start date: 2020.08.10
Initial end date: 2023.07.31
Actual end date: 2024.07.31
Amendment Date
Jan 29, 2024
Recipient's Legal Name:
York University
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.