Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and AutomationBook 3.2 · Communication and Computer Technologies

FRI-2G.302-1-CCT2-09

APPLICATIONS OF REED-SOLOMON CODES IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Dimitar Stoyanov, PhD Student

Department of Telecommunications University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”

E-mail: dstoyanov@uni-ruse.bg

Assoc. Prof. Adriana Borodzhieva, PhD

Department of Telecommunications University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”

ORCID: 0000-0001-5330-4153

E-mail: aborodzhieva@uni-ruse.bg

Abstract

The paper explores the diverse applications of Reed-Solomon codes, widely recognized as one of the most effective error-correcting codes in digital systems. These codes are crucial in data storage, barcodes, data transmission, and space telecommunications, ensuring reliable communication and data integrity in environments prone to noise and errors. The document highlights their use in CDs, DVDs, QR codes, space missions, and even high-speed computing systems, showcasing their versatility and future potential in evolving communication and storage technologies.

Keywords

Reed-Solomon codes, Error correction, Data storage and transmission, Barcodes, Space telecommunications, Reliability

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