Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics
Scientific paper
2004-06-07
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astrophysics
4 pages, 2 figures, accepted for publication in the proceedings of the 5th INTEGRAL workshop
Scientific paper
We have developed MGGPOD, a user-friendly suite of Monte Carlo codes built around the widely used GEANT (Version 3.21) package. The MGGPOD Monte Carlo suite and documentation are publicly available for download. MGGPOD is an ideal tool for supporting the various stages of gamma-ray astronomy missions, ranging from the design, development, and performance prediction through calibration and response generation to data reduction. In particular, MGGPOD is capable of simulating ab initio the physical processes relevant for the production of instrumental backgrounds. These include the build-up and delayed decay of radioactive isotopes as well as the prompt de-excitation of excited nuclei, both of which give rise to a plethora of instrumental gamma-ray background lines in addition to continuum backgrounds.
Ferguson Chantal
Harris Michael
Sturner Steven
Teegarden Bonnard
Weidenspointner Georg
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