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The aim is to maximize the Shannon capacity of photonic structures for improving information transfer.

March 8, 2026npj NanophotonicsOpen Access

Maximum Shannon capacity of photonic structures

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The aim is to maximize the Shannon capacity of photonic structures for improving information transfer.
Analyzed the relationship between electromagnetic and information-theoretic quantities
Used concepts from information theory, wave scattering, and convex relaxations
Studied various factors such as material choice, system size, and geometry
Demonstrated optimized channel power allocations enhance maximum bit-rate
Generalized prior work on optical communication involving the electromagnetic Green’s function
Provided a foundation for engineering advanced photonic devices like antennas

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This research finds optimized wave propagation improves Shannon capacity in photonic structures, suggesting advancements for antennas.

Amaolo et al. (2026) studied this question.

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