Title:
PRESET – A CubeSat Mission for Spectrometry of Charged Particles (3U)
Agreement Number:
22CUBMCM02
Agreement Value:
$350,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 17, 2023 - Feb 28, 2026
Description:
This research aims to develop the Pitch REsolving Spectroscopy for Electron Transport (PRESET) CubeSat (small satellite). The PRESET project will develop cutting-edge technologies for space radiation detection, magnetometry, digital signal processing, satellite communications, and attitude determination and control which will have a significant impact on Canada’s space industry and economic growth. Data collected from PRESET CubeSat will help us better understand how electrons move in low-Earth orbit during geomagnetic storms and their impact on the upper atmosphere. The advanced radiation detection technology developed by PRESET can also be used by Canadian nuclear industries to accurately measure real-time radiation doses, particularly during maintenance periods of the Canada Deuterium Uranium (CANDU) nuclear power plants. This has been a challenging task due to the mixed radiation fields encountered in such situations. Additionally, the PRESET project will also contribute to training highly qualified Canadian personnel in space science, space engineering and radiation detection technology.
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:
Hamilton, Ontario, CA L8S 4L8
Reference Number:
003-2022-2023-Q4-00052
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.
Recipient's Legal Name:
McMaster 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.