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Title:

Space-Based Analytics Solutions for Mitigating Rain Fade

Agreement Number:

AO2020-TEL

Agreement Value:

$300,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jan 29, 2021 - Mar 31, 2022

Description:

Title: Space-Based Analytics Solutions for Mitigating Rain Fade Use real-time precipitation data, AI and machine learning to predict rain fade attenuation and enable a more reliable connection for critical infrastructure and Internet connection.

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:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA K2P 2P7

Reference Number:

003-2020-2021-Q4-04840

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.

Recipient's Legal Name:

Telesat Canada / Telesat Leo 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.