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is anyone aware of a Bethe-Bloch calculator for the web? I have a plastic scintillator 1 in thick and am trying to estimate energy loss of cosmic ray produced muons. Thanks
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In summary, the conversation discusses the use of a Bethe-Bloch calculator for estimating energy loss of cosmic ray produced muons. Two options are suggested: a Github project written in python and a simpler version also in python. It is noted that NIST tables are probably the best source for accuracy, but the calculator may be useful for significant energy loss in the material. Additionally, considering the energy loss distribution and ionization constant may provide a more refined approach.
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Here's a Github project that you can download and use that's written in python:
https://github.com/theresaobermann/Bethe-Bloch
If you have trouble running the python program, you could also install the miniconda/anaconda python distribution to your machine and use it to install whatever packages you need for the Bethe calculator.
and here's a simpler version also in python:
http://www.ieap.uni-kiel.de/et/people/wimmer/teaching/Phys_IV/bethe-bloch.py
https://github.com/theresaobermann/Bethe-Bloch
If you have trouble running the python program, you could also install the miniconda/anaconda python distribution to your machine and use it to install whatever packages you need for the Bethe calculator.
and here's a simpler version also in python:
http://www.ieap.uni-kiel.de/et/people/wimmer/teaching/Phys_IV/bethe-bloch.py
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The Bethe calculator divides the target layer in smaller layers :)
What is more accurate, to use the Bethe calculator or use nist tables?
https://physics.nist.gov/PhysRefData/Star/Text/PSTAR.html
https://physics.nist.gov/PhysRefData/Star/Text/ASTAR.html%20%20%20Tables%20marvelous%20for%20Alphas
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What is more accurate, to use the Bethe calculator or use nist tables?
https://physics.nist.gov/PhysRefData/Star/Text/PSTAR.html
https://physics.nist.gov/PhysRefData/Star/Text/ASTAR.html%20%20%20Tables%20marvelous%20for%20Alphas
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NIST tables are probably the best source, but if your energy loss in the material is significant you might want to use them in small steps - that is probably what the calculator does.
An even more refined approach would be to take the energy loss distribution into account in small steps of the length as the energy loss is not linear.
An even more refined approach would be to take the energy loss distribution into account in small steps of the length as the energy loss is not linear.
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I agree.
About the ionization constant may be found here changing the element. There are a lot of materials:
https://physics.nist.gov/cgi-bin/Star/compos.pl?matno=004
About the ionization constant may be found here changing the element. There are a lot of materials:
https://physics.nist.gov/cgi-bin/Star/compos.pl?matno=004
1. What does the Bethe-Bloch equation calculate?
The Bethe-Bloch equation is used to calculate the energy loss of a charged particle, such as a muon, as it travels through a material.
2. How does the Bethe-Bloch calculator work?
The calculator uses the Bethe-Bloch equation, which takes into account the density and atomic number of the material, as well as the energy and charge of the particle, to calculate the energy loss per unit distance.
3. Why is the Bethe-Bloch equation important in particle physics?
The Bethe-Bloch equation is important in particle physics because it helps us understand how charged particles interact with matter, which is crucial in experiments and applications such as particle accelerators and medical imaging.
4. What are some limitations of the Bethe-Bloch equation?
The Bethe-Bloch equation is based on simplified assumptions and does not take into account certain factors such as multiple scattering and energy straggling, which can affect the accuracy of the calculated energy loss.
5. How can I use the Bethe-Bloch calculator in my research?
The Bethe-Bloch calculator can be used to estimate the energy loss of charged particles in different materials and help in the design and analysis of experiments in particle physics and medical physics. It can also be used to verify experimental data and make predictions for new materials or particle energies.
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