Centre of Excellence in Research of Sustainable Space
Description of the granted funding
Space is an emerging megatrend. Increasing number of satellites threaten the sustainable use of space as, without removal, space debris will make critical orbits unusable. A central factor affecting spacecraft lifetime is the radiation environment, which is unpredictable due to an incomplete understanding of plasma dynamics. We combine top Finnish assets in space physics and debris to make an international paradigm change in the sustainable utilisation of space. We are building a next-generation radiation-tolerant nanosatellite fleet to advance the understanding of radiation environment to an unprecedented level. We demonstrate sustainability by bringing our spacecraft back to the atmosphere. We perform cutting-edge experimental analysis utilising international space missions and use the world's best supercomputer modelling tools. We will exploit top-tier science to secure safe orbits for the future, and revolutionise experimental space physics based on nanosatellites.
Show moreStarting year
2023
End year
2025
Granted funding
Role in consortium of the Academy of Finland
Partner
Funder
Research Council of Finland
Funding instrument
Centre of Excellence programmes
Decision maker
Suomen akatemian muu päättäjä
13.12.2022
13.12.2022
Other information
Funding decision number
352849
Fields of science
Geosciences
Research fields
Avaruusfysiikka
Identified topics
climate policy, societal effects