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Ion distributions in plane and cylindrical chambers.

R Rosen, E P George

    Physics in Medicine and Biology
    |November 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study presents solutions for ion chamber equations, detailing ion distributions and current-voltage relationships in plane and cylindrical chambers. Neglecting space-charge effects simplifies calculations, but including them reveals significant differences in ion concentrations.

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    Area of Science:

    • Physics
    • Radiation Detection

    Background:

    • Ionization chambers are crucial for radiation measurement.
    • Thomson's equations describe ion recombination and space-charge effects.
    • Analytical solutions are often sought for practical applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To derive exact solutions for ion densities in plane and cylindrical ionization chambers.
    • To investigate the impact of space-charge effects on ion distributions and current-voltage relationships.
    • To compare analytical and computational approaches for solving ion chamber equations.

    Main Methods:

    • Developed an exact analytical solution for ion densities in plane ionization chambers, neglecting space-charge.
    • Extended the analytical method to cylindrical ionization chambers.
    • Obtained a computer-based numerical solution for cylindrical chambers including space-charge effects.

    Main Results:

    • Exact solutions for ion densities and current-voltage relationships were obtained for plane chambers without space-charge.
    • Ion distributions and current-voltage relationships were derived for cylindrical chambers, both with and without space-charge.
    • Comparison revealed minor differences in current-voltage relationships but significant variations in ion concentrations when space-charge is included.

    Conclusions:

    • Analytical solutions are feasible for simplified ion chamber models.
    • Space-charge effects significantly alter ion concentrations, even if current-voltage relationships show minor changes.
    • Numerical methods are necessary for accurate modeling of ionization chambers with space-charge effects.

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