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This study demonstrates the use of a Virtual Environment for Radiotherapy Training (VERT) to simulate ionisation chamber calibration for linear accelerator (Linac) photon beams. The VERT system successfully simulated the process, reinforcing learning for radiotherapy physics practices.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Physics
  • Radiotherapy
  • Radiation Dosimetry

Background:

  • Enhancing safety in radiotherapy practice is a key focus.
  • Simulation training offers a promising avenue for improving safety protocols.
  • The Virtual Environment for Radiotherapy Training (VERT) has been developed to facilitate this training.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To simulate the calibration of an ionisation chamber for use in Linac photon beams using the VERT system.
  • To validate the simulation's ability to replicate real-world calibration procedures following the UK 1990 Code of Practice.
  • To assess the feasibility of using virtual environments for radiotherapy physics training.

Main Methods:

  • The VERT system created a 3D virtual environment for simulating ionisation chamber calibration.
  • Simulations included 6MV and 15 MV Linac photon beams, with configurable chamber correction factors.
  • Realistic environmental conditions (temperature, pressure) and measurement errors were incorporated.
  • A virtual water phantom was used to obtain Quality Indices (QI) and inter-compare chambers for calibration factor calculation.

Main Results:

  • Virtual 6/15 MV beams yielded QI values of 0.668/0.761 and inter-comparison ratios of 0.4408/0.4402.
  • Departmental chamber calibration factors were calculated within the simulation.
  • The simulation allowed for confirmation of Linac output by applying calculated factors and environmental corrections.

Conclusions:

  • The VERT system effectively demonstrates practical radiotherapy physics processes, reinforcing learning.
  • The simulation can be adapted to various protocols beyond the UK Code of Practice.
  • This research highlights the potential of virtual training environments in radiotherapy education and safety.