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Mathematical SETI, 2012
Statistics, Signal Processing, Space Missions
Astronomy and Planetary Sciences Series
Author: Maccone Claudio
Language: EnglishSubjects for Mathematical SETI:
Keywords
Drake Equation; FFT; Fast Fourier Transform; Habitability; Habitable Zone; Hipparcos Catalogue; KLT; Karhunen-Loeve Transform; Mathematical Models of Evolution; Mathematical Models of Human History; Radio Antennas; SETI; Search for extraterrestrial intelligence; Search for extraterrestrial life; Signal Processing
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Add to cart the book of Maccone ClaudioPublication date: 08-2012
724 p. · 15.5x23.5 cm · Paperback
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This book introduces the Statistical Drake Equation where, from a simple product of seven positive numbers, the Drake Equation is turned into the product of seven positive random variables. The mathematical consequences of this transformation are demonstrated and it is proven that the new random variable N for the number of communicating civilizations in the Galaxy must follow the lognormal probability distribution when the number of factors in the Drake equation is allowed to increase at will.
Mathematical SETI also studies the proposed FOCAL (Fast Outgoing Cyclopean Astronomical Lens) space mission to the nearest Sun Focal Sphere at 550 AU and describes its consequences for future interstellar precursor missions and truly interstellar missions. In addition the author shows how SETI signal processing may be dramatically improved by use of the Karhunen-Loève Transform (KLT) rather than Fast Fourier Transform (FFT). Finally, he describes the efforts made to persuade the United Nations to make the central part of the Moon Far Side a UN-protected zone, in order to preserve the unique radio-noise-free environment for future scientific use.
The first book to include a full mathematical derivation of the Statistical Drake Equation and describe its many applications
Demonstrates high level mathematical techniques for the solution of a variety of SETI problems
Describes how use of the Karhunen-Loeve Transform leads to a dramatic improvement in SETI signal processing
Discusses important topics of current SETI research relating to exoplanet searches and civilizations within the Galaxy