Simulation of inelastic neutron scattering experiment using Monte-Carlo methods based software - McStas.
Tasks
1. Calculation of experiment setup parameters. 2. Learning McStas software. 3. Designing an experiment using McStas neutron scattering simulation software.
Preliminary schedule by topics/tasks
1. Neutron scattering theory.
2. Neutron scattering experiments - purpose and instrumentation. 3. Monte-Carlo methods - McStas software. 4. Creating instrument models in McStas. 5. Running and optimising neutron scattering simulations
Required skills
principles of neutron scattering and neutron scattering instruments, basics of Monte-Carlo methods
Acquired skills and experience
1. Understanding of Monte-Carlo simulations characteristics. 2. McStas software skills. 3. Designing and optimizing a neutron scattering experiment.
Recommended literature
1. Schober H. (2009) Neutron Scattering Instrumentation. In: Liang L., Rinaldi R., Schober H. (eds) Neutron Applications in Earth, Energy and Environmental Sciences. Neutron Scattering Applications and Techniques. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-09416-8_3 2. R. Pynn, Neutron scattering: a primer, Los Alamos Science, 1990
3. Farhi E., Willendrup P., Virtual experiments in a nutshell: Simulating neutron scattering from materials within instruments with McStas, EDP Sciences, 2011, DOI: 10.1051/sfn/201112015
