Simulation of spin-echo SANS (SESANS) using McStas on monochromatic and time of flight instruments

S.R. Parnell, Fankang Li, W.A. Stevense, W.G. Bouwman

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Abstract

We conduct simulations of Spin Echo Small Angle Neutron Scattering (SESANS) by employing Monte Carlo methods to a setup using four magnetic Wollaston prisms. Our primary focus involves the validation of these models, encompassing monochromatic scenarios across various neutron wavelengths to ascertain the reliability of the simulations. Subsequently, we extend this validation to encompass simulations in time-of-flight mode. Our model consistently and precisely predicts the scattering patterns emanating from dilute spheres in both monochromatic and time-of-flight modes. Notably, it also accurately reproduces the intricate encoding associated with scattering occurring between the third and fourth magnetic Wollaston prism, which provides us with another approach to increase the solid angle coverage of a SESANS instrument. This validation process conclusively demonstrates the efficacy of our simulation methods. Importantly, it paves the way for simulating more intricate and realistic instrumental configurations, broadening the horizons for future research endeavours.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)35-46
Number of pages12
JournalJournal of Neutron Research
Volume26
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024

Keywords

  • Small angle scattering
  • Monte Carlo
  • spin echo
  • neutron
  • scattering

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