Title:
Star Tracker Design for Space-based Space Surveillance (SBSS)
Agreement Number:
19FAYORA12
Agreement Value:
$317,570.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 8, 2020 - Oct 31, 2023
Description:
Space systems play an important and integral role in every facet of our daily lives, including national security and resource management. Therefore, it is critical to protect our valuable assets in space and build resiliency in space systems. In recent years, the growing number of space debris, more generally resident space objects (RSO), have become a significant concern worldwide.
The goal of the project is to extend the current nanosatellite star tracker (ST) capabilities for space-based space surveillance and demonstrate a novel approach to RSO identification and tracking. This project has real potential to substantially increase Canada's space surveillance capability.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research
and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the
future.
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M3J 1P3
Reference Number:
003-2020-2021-Q2-04647
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Project initial end date: May 31, 2023
Initial grant amount: 299,970$
Amendment Date
Oct 4, 2022
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.