Title:
Characterization of Crater Morphologies on Asteroid Bennu
Agreement Number:
22EXPOSIBC
Agreement Value:
$55,647.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2022 - Mar 31, 2024
Description:
The interior structure and surface morphology of asteroids reflect the net result of processes contributing to their formation
and subsequent evolution. We will conduct geophysical studies using data returned by the OSIRIS REx mission to asteroid
Bennu, a small near-Earth asteroid ~500m across, focusing on the surface morphology of craters. We will investigate whether
crater interiors display different properties compared with their exteriors and whether there is any dependence of these
properties on spatial location and/or crater diameter to inform how craters probe the subsurface structure of Bennu
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:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6T 1Z4
Reference Number:
003-2021-2022-Q4-00041
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Payment will be made in financial year 2021/22.
Amendment Date
Mar 27, 2023
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of British Columbia
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.