MCNP4C: efficiency calculation

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lingleo
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Any one familiar with MCNP4C efficiency calculation can help me with this?
My cal. result for 1.836MeV(e.g.) is always small (6.16447E-05 ) compared to it should be(3.78E-004 by a professional business software), here is the inp file, is there anything wrong with the geometry define or source or tally card?
Thank you very much!
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---Cal of NaI sensitivity to be compared with Labsocs results
c cells
1 1 1.0 (1 -7 -12)#(1 -6 -11) imp:P=1
2 2 -7.86 (1 -6 -11)#(1 -5 -10) imp:P=1
3 3 -3.67 3 -4 -9 imp:P=1
4 4 -2.7 (2 -5 -10)#3 imp:P=1
5 5 -1.293e-3 -14 #1#2#3#4 imp:P=1
6 0 14 IMP:P=0

c surfaces(cm)
1 PY 0
2 PY 19.2
3 PY 19.56
4 PY 24.64
5 PY 25
6 PY 26
7 PY 41
9 CY 2.54
10 CY 2.9
11 CY 3.9
12 CY 20
14 SY 20.5 30

mode P
sdef cel=1 erg=D1 pos=0 0 0 axs=0 1 0 rad=D2 ext=D3 EFF=0.01
c for comparement
SI1 L 1.83608
c SI1 L 1.33249
c SI1 L 1.17322
c SI1 L 0.898
c SI1 L 0.66165
c SI1 L 0.514
SP1 D 1
SI2 0 20.6
SI3 -0.1 41.1
c M1 is H2O
M1 1001 0.6667 8016 0.3333 92235 0.966e-6
c M2 is Fe
M2 26056 1
c M3 is NaI
M3 11023 0.5 53127 0.5
c M4 is Al
M4 13027 1
c M5 is air
M5 8016 -0.231 7014 -0.7506 18040 -0.1286
F8:P 3
E8 0 1e-5 1 10I 1.8355 7I 1.8362
c E8 0 1e-5 1 10I 1.3321 7I 1.3328
c E8 0 1e-5 1 10I 1.1725 9I 1.1735
c E8 0 1e-5 0.1 10I 0.891 9I 0.901
c E8 0 1e-5 0.1 10I 0.510 9I 0.515
c E8 0 1e-5 0.1 10I 0.3910 9I 0.3920
c E8 0 1e-5 0.05 10I 0.3195 9I 0.3205
c E8 0 1e-5 0.05 10I 0.1582 9I 0.1592
c E8 0 1e-5 0.1 10I 0.6612 9I 0.6622
c E8 0 1e-5 0.01 13I 0.14 40I 0.145 0.15
c E8 0 1e-5 0.14366 11I 0.14378.
c E8 0 1e-5 0.05 0.1 10I 0.2045 9I 0.2055
c E8 0 1e-5 0.05 0.1 0.1850 9I 0.1860
c T6 0 10I 660e8
c fq6 t e
CTME 20
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I am not familiar with MCNP4C, but I can provide some general tips for troubleshooting efficiency calculations in MCNP.

First, make sure that your geometry is properly defined and all surfaces and cells are correctly specified. This includes checking for overlapping cells and making sure that all materials and densities are accurately defined.

Next, check your source definition to ensure that it is accurately representing the source you are trying to model. This includes the energy and location of the source.

You should also check your tally card to make sure that it is correctly tallying the quantity you are interested in.

If you have already checked these factors and are still getting incorrect results, it may be helpful to consult the MCNP user manual or reach out to other users on forums or discussion boards for further assistance.
 

Related to MCNP4C: efficiency calculation

1. What is MCNP4C and what does it mean?

MCNP4C is a computer code used in the field of nuclear engineering and physics to simulate and analyze neutron and photon transport. It stands for Monte Carlo N-Particle Code (version 4C).

2. How does MCNP4C calculate efficiency?

MCNP4C calculates efficiency by using the Monte Carlo method, which involves simulating random particle interactions and tracking the resulting particles. This allows for the calculation of various parameters, including efficiency, by analyzing the results of numerous simulated events.

3. What is the purpose of efficiency calculation in MCNP4C?

The purpose of efficiency calculation in MCNP4C is to determine the effectiveness of a radiation detector or shielding material. By calculating the efficiency, researchers can assess the performance of these materials and make improvements as needed.

4. Are there any limitations to efficiency calculation in MCNP4C?

Yes, there are limitations to efficiency calculation in MCNP4C. These include uncertainties in the input data, the complexity of the simulation model, and the computational power of the computer running the code. These limitations can affect the accuracy and reliability of the calculated efficiency.

5. Can MCNP4C be used for efficiency calculation in all types of radiation detectors?

Yes, MCNP4C can be used for efficiency calculation in a variety of radiation detectors, including gas-filled detectors, scintillation detectors, and semiconductor detectors. However, the specific simulation model and input parameters may need to be adjusted for different types of detectors to ensure accurate efficiency calculation.

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