These animations depict the two payloads on Canadian satellite CASSIOPE. The first one, ePOP is a suite of instruments for research on the effects of phenomena such as solar storms in the upper polar atmosphere. The second one, Cascade will demonstrate a high-capacity digital courier system for future commercial applications. Visit our web site to learn more: http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/satellites/cassiope.asp

Source: Canadian Space Agency