Signal processing in SETI

Commun ACM. 1985 Nov;28(11):1151-63. doi: 10.1145/4547.4549.

Abstract

NASA: The development of a multi-channel spectrum analyzer (MCSA) for the SETI program is described. The spectrum analyzer is designed for both all-sky surveys and targeted searches. The mechanisms of the MCSA are explained and a diagram is provided. Detection of continuous wave signals, pulses, and patterns is examined.

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Astronomy / instrumentation*
  • Astronomy / methods
  • Communication*
  • Equipment Design
  • Exobiology / instrumentation*
  • Extraterrestrial Environment*
  • Signal Processing, Computer-Assisted*
  • Spectrophotometry, Infrared / instrumentation
  • United States
  • United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration