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Area of Science:

  • Medical Physics
  • Radiation Oncology
  • Acoustics

Background:

  • Proton therapy offers precise radiation delivery due to the Bragg peak phenomenon.
  • Current range uncertainties limit the accuracy of proton beam therapy.
  • Protoacoustic range verification is an emerging technique for characterizing proton beams.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To simulate and analyze acoustic waves generated by proton beams in water.
  • To investigate the feasibility of protoacoustic range verification for improving proton therapy accuracy.
  • To establish a method for verifying proton beam range and dose distribution using acoustic signals.

Main Methods:

  • Simulated pressure wave generation from proton radiation passing through water.
  • Analysis of acoustic signal components, including two distinct peaks (α and γ).
  • Correlation of acoustic signal arrival times and peak widths with beam characteristics.

Main Results:

  • Identified two acoustic peaks (α and γ) originating from pre-Bragg peak and Bragg peak regions, respectively.
  • Demonstrated that arrival times of acoustic peaks accurately determine beam position and Bragg peak center.
  • Showed that acoustic monitoring can verify proton beam range to within approximately 1 mm.

Conclusions:

  • Protoacoustic range verification is a viable method for enhancing proton therapy accuracy.
  • Acoustic signal analysis provides precise information on proton beam range and dose distribution.
  • This technique offers a promising approach for real-time quality assurance in proton therapy.