Table 1 Numerical table illustrating Bragg peak (BP) position evaluated using Monte Carlo simulation, position of peak intensity of 718 keV Compton image, difference of 718 keV peak intensity from BP positions, and the shift of 718 keV peak intensity positions from the origin for the graphite phantom positioned at 30 mm and 60 mm.
From: Carbon range verification with 718 keV Compton imaging
Graphite phantom positions | 0 mm (origin) | 30 mm | 60 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
Bragg peak position evaluated from simulation (mm) | 98.4 | 128.4 | 158.4 |
Peak intensity positions in 718 keV Compton image (mm) | 94.4 | 128.2 | 145.1 |
Difference of 718 keV peak intensity from BP positions (mm) | − 4.0 | − 0.2 | − 13.3 |
Shift of 718 keV peak intensity positions from the origin (mm) | 33 | 50 |
