Title :
Exploring neutron scatter camera performance using MCNP-PoliMi
Author :
Greenberg, Charles H. ; Brennan, James ; Mascarenhas, Nicholas ; Marleau, Peter ; Mrowka, Stan
Author_Institution :
Sandia Nat. Labs., Livermore, CA, USA
fDate :
Oct. 24 2009-Nov. 1 2009
Abstract :
A Monte Carlo model has been developed for the Sandia Neutron Scatter Camera. We have used this model to optimize cell geometry and detector efficiency. The simulations have been used to improve and understand detector response and calibrations.
Keywords :
Monte Carlo methods; liquid scintillation detectors; neutron detection; Monte Carlo model; Sandia neutron scatter camera; liquid scintillator arrays; optimize cell geometry; Calibration; Cameras; Computational modeling; Detectors; Geometry; Monte Carlo methods; Neutrons; Nuclear and plasma sciences; Particle scattering; Solid modeling;
Conference_Titel :
Nuclear Science Symposium Conference Record (NSS/MIC), 2009 IEEE
Conference_Location :
Orlando, FL
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-3961-4
Electronic_ISBN :
1095-7863
DOI :
10.1109/NSSMIC.2009.5402371
