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Watch a wave packet approach a potential barrier and genuinely split — part of it reflects, part of it tunnels straight through, even at energies below the barrier's height where a classical particle simply couldn't pass. The measured transmission probability is checked against the exact closed-form tunneling formula every time, and total probability stays conserved throughout, confirming the simulation is playing by the real rules of quantum mechanics. Widen the barrier and watch transmission drop off sharply — tunneling is famously, exponentially sensitive to exactly how much barrier there is to get through.
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About Quantum Tunneling Simulator
Quantum Tunneling Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Watch a wave packet approach a potential barrier and genuinely split — part of it reflects, part of it tunnels straight through, even at energies below the barrier's height where a classical particle simply couldn't pass. The measured transmission probability is checked against the exact closed-form tunneling formula every time, and total probability stays conserved throughout, confirming the simulation is playing by the real rules of quantum mechanics. Widen the barrier and watch transmission drop off sharply — tunneling is famously, exponentially sensitive to exactly how much barrier there is to get through. It runs in your web browser and is free to use, and suits students, teachers and self-learners.
Who it's for: Students, teachers and self-learners
Features
- Watch a wave packet approach a potential barrier and genuinely split
- The measured transmission probability is checked against the exact closed-form tunneling formula every time
- Total probability stays conserved throughout, confirming the simulation is playing by the real rules of quantum mechanics
- Widen the barrier and watch transmission drop off sharply
- Free to use in your browser
Frequently asked questions
What is Quantum Tunneling Simulator on VTC?
Quantum Tunneling Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Watch a wave packet approach a potential barrier and genuinely split — part of it reflects, part of it tunnels straight through, even at energies below the barrier's height where a classical particle simply couldn't pass. The measured transmission probability is checked against the exact closed-form tunneling formula every time, and total probability stays conserved throughout, confirming the simulation is playing by the real rules of quantum mechanics.
Is Quantum Tunneling Simulator free to use?
Yes. The VTC app catalog lists Quantum Tunneling Simulator at no cost, and it runs in your web browser with nothing to install.
Who is Quantum Tunneling Simulator for and how do I start?
It is aimed at students, teachers and self-learners. To start, open https://quantumtunnel.apps.vtc.com in your browser.