Copernicus is now scanning three solar class stars, Epsilon Eridani, Tau
Ceti, and Epsilon Indi for signs of laser emission, particularly
ultra-violet wavelengths between 930 and 3,000 A. The paper discusses
the basis of the experiments, speculates on methods of generating the
particular signals involved and gives the names and characteristics of
other possible nearby CETI candidates. Copernicus
... [Show full abstract] apparatus will not be
able to decode any intelligent signal if received. Sophisticated
receiving and decoding gear (local oscillator laser, and a suitable
wide-band radio amplifier and detector system) are suggested for the
Space Shuttle and Spacelab programs.