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Agreement Number:
-
Agreement Value:
$750,000.00
Agreement Date:
May 2, 2019 -
Description:
Satellite systems and equipment are designed to work in harsh space environments and extreme launch conditions. This project will build and test advanced composite materials for lightweight, low-cost space antenna parts. Using an existing type of antenna reflector, this project will improve performance, ensure space-readiness, and solve two key design issues. First, it will use a new type of carbon fiber material to make the reflector less sensitive to the stresses of launch. Second, it will improve the design of the panels used for support so that the reflector can be stiffer, while at the same time being lighter. The ability to make light, high-performance, low-cost reflectors will give Canadian industry a competitive advantage and open up new markets. It also positions Canada to offer state-of-art reliable satellite subsystem parts and products, creating employment opportunities for scientists, engineers, and technologists.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Location:
Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, CA
Reference Number:
003-2019-2020-Q1-04225
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year

Recipient's Legal Name:
MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Corporation