News Summary

Bubble Technology Industries (BTI), an Ontario-based defence and aerospace company, has been awarded a $5.5 million CAD contract by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to develop the Canadian Active Neutron Spectrometer (CANS). This compact, autonomous tool is designed to measure neutron radiation exposure for astronauts on the International Space Station. The technology aims to provide critical data to help protect astronauts from harmful radiation, with potential applications in nuclear and medical fields on Earth. BTI, which specializes in radiation detection hardware and software, will enhance its existing product line, including the FlexSpec and RadCompass, with this new development.