Title:
From Surface Atoms to Exospheres: Theoretical Multidimensional Modelling of Surface Processes on the Moon and Mercury and Their Effects on Predicted Exospheres
Agreement Number:
23EXPROSS3
Agreement Value:
$123,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 8, 2024 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This proposal aims to better explain and quantify the effect of solar wind on the exosphere of Mercury and the Moon. This work will improve model predictions for key elemental species in the exospheres of the Moon and Mercury. This will be accomplished using a multiscale combined theoretical approach employing atomistic modelling along with global exosphere modelling. The project will use atomistic modelling to quantify first of their kind mineral specific surface energies. Results will then be verified and improved through comparison with experimental sputtering data. Findings from atomistic modelling will then be linked to global models to quantify the effect on the predicted global exosphere.
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:
St-John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A1C 5S7
Reference Number:
003-2023-2024-Q4-00037
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient's Legal Name:
The Memorial University of Newfoundland
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.