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  • Nuclear physics
  • Medical imaging physics
  • Computational physics

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  • Compton cameras are crucial for gamma-ray imaging in diverse fields.
  • Monte Carlo simulations are vital for optimizing Compton camera design.
  • Existing simulation tools may lack specific features for Compton camera analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a versatile, open-source Monte Carlo simulation module for Compton camera imaging.
  • To enable detailed analysis and comparison of different Compton camera prototypes.
  • To validate the module's predictions against experimental data.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a generic module within the GATE/Geant4 platform.
  • Implementation of various detector digitization stages (monolithic, pixelated, strip).
  • Inclusion of time/sequence coincidence sorting and reconstruction algorithms.
  • On-the-fly and offline processing capabilities.

Main Results:

  • Module predictions show good agreement with experimental data for energy spectra (within 3-sigma) and angular resolution (13° at 1275 keV).
  • Minor discrepancies observed in low-energy spectra.
  • Demonstrated versatility by evaluating and comparing two distinct Compton camera designs.

Conclusions:

  • The developed module provides a robust and adaptable tool for Compton camera simulation and analysis.
  • It facilitates the comparison and reproduction of experimental data, aiding further research and development.
  • The tool is valuable for optimizing Compton camera performance across various applications.