Experimental and Monte Carlo study of semiconductor detectors response to 2.45 MeV–3.95 MeV neutrons at NCSR “Demokritos”

Key Points

• Detection of 2.45 MeV–3.95 MeV neutrons indicates significant variation in response across detectors, highlighting their reliability.
• The experiment measures neutron interactions using advanced semiconductor detectors, yielding distinct energy spectra.
• Monte Carlo simulation accurately predicts detector responses to neutron interactions, validating experimental observations with high precision.
• Findings suggest improvements to detection capabilities, which may enhance applications in nuclear safety and medical imaging.