Title:
GaN MOSFET MMICs for Next-Generation Spaceborne RF Applications
Agreement Number:
22STDPR27
Agreement Value:
$250,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 3, 2023 - Dec 31, 2024
Description:
The objective of the proposed project is to further develop components necessary to enable a gallium nitride metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (GaN MOSFET) monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) platform. Such platform will be suitable for fabrication of highly-integrable radio frequency (RF) chips with exceptional performance for next-generation satellite communications and spaceborne radar systems. In particular, upon completion, a full Q-band power amplifier MMIC demonstrator will be fabricated to realize the performance benefits of this platform over competing solutions at extremely-high frequencies (EHF). Owing to the nascence of the underlying GaN MOSFET technology, novel fabrication methods and design methodologies will be developed to complete the desired MMIC deliverable. Potential future benefits directly derived from this project include significant improvements to the speed, latency, and cost of satellite internet for the Canadian public through improved satellite communication hardware.
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:
Edmonton, Alberta, CA T5N 1E1
Reference Number:
003-2022-2023-Q4-00034
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
TransEON 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.