Table 3 Fixed and varied (bold typeface) parameter values for the parameterised slab model for the (A) constant slab volume simulation, (B) equal lead thickness simulation and (C) detector location optimisation simulation.

From: A new ground level neutron monitor for space weather assessment

Parameter

A

B

C

width/cm

<400

400

400

height/cm

<200

20

20

\(t\_base\)/cm

5

0.5–20.0

7

\(t\_side\)/cm

5

0.5–20.0

9

\(t\_prod\)/cm

15

0.5–20.0

10

\(t\_gap\)/cm

1

1

0.25–1.50

\(t\_box\)/cm

7.5

7.5

7.5