A computational model to optimize the SETI search at the Allen Telescope Array.
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Our research examined a number of areas in order to help optimize the new Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence SETI) system using the Allen Telescope Array ATA). This research was completed through the development of two computational simulations. The first of the two simulations was used to reproduce results from observations completed at the Arecibo Observatory. This simulation was then extended to model the ATAs multi-beam environment. We show possible array configurations that can be used in order to reduce the wait time of signals which require followup. Extending this simulation, we also found that the system may benefit from a dynamic configuration of followup and observational virtual beams. Additionally, we show that the multi-mitigation strategy is an effective method for eliminating Radio Frequency Interference RFI). Lastly, we conclude that the SETI search system could benefit from more sophisticated matching processes in order to help ensure potential ETI signals are not misclassified as RFI. Keywords. SETI, Computational Model, Allen Telescope Array, Radio Frequency Interference, Project Phoenix.