The Search for Extra-Galactic Intelligence Signal Synchronized with a Binary Neutron Star Merger
Abstract
We discuss the possibility of receiving a radio signal from extra-Galactic intelligence, around the time when we observe a binary neutron star merger in their galaxy. High-precision measurements of the binary parameters allow them to send the signal ~ 104 years before they themselves observe the merger signal. Using the SKA, we might receive ~ 104 bits of data, transmitted from 40 Mpc distance with the output power of ~ 1 TW. We also discuss related topics for GW170817 and mention potential roles of future gravitational wave detectors in relation to this transmission scheme.
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