Channel Capacity Calculator

Overview

The Channel Capacity Calculator computes the maximum rate at which information can be transmitted reliably over a noisy channel. Implements Shannon’s channel capacity theorem for various channel types (binary symmetric, Gaussian). Perfect for understanding communication limits and error correction.

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Tips

• Channel capacity: maximum reliable transmission rate (bits per use)
• Shannon’s theorem: C = B log₂(1 + SNR) for Gaussian channel
• Binary symmetric channel: capacity depends on error probability
• Capacity is achievable with proper error-correcting codes
• SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio) is key parameter
• Bandwidth and power determine capacity
• Applications: wireless communication, fiber optics, storage systems
• No coding scheme can exceed channel capacity