Calculating Electron Yield by Photon Saturation in MCNP

Thread starter Salman Khan
Start date Apr 11, 2025

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To determine the saturation limit of electron yield from gamma photon incidence on a metal sheet using MCNP, one must analyze the results per particle generated by the simulation. It is feasible to run simulations with varying particle numbers, such as from 10^6 to 10^12, to observe changes in electron yield and identify the saturation point. The saturation limit can be assessed by comparing the yield at different particle counts until a plateau is reached. Proper calibration and understanding of the material properties are essential for accurate results. Ultimately, MCNP can effectively model these interactions to find the saturation limit of electron yield.

Apr 11, 2025

Salman Khan

TL;DR Summary: Electron yield by photon saturation in mcnp

How to check the the saturation limit of electron yield by gamma photon incident on a metal sheet using mcnp. As I know that mcnp give result per Particle , but how can I check the final saturation limit of that metal. Is it possible to check it for different numbers from 10e6 to 10 e12 to see the saturation limit

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