AHCAL Beam Test Results

• Overview of the Presentation:

  • introduced his simulation work and validation for the AHCAL prototype.

• Prototype and Simulation Setup:

  • He described the design of the prototype, which includes a 72×72 array configuration with 40 layers.
  • The simulation geometry covers key elements such as the active layers, absorber materials, and overall detector dimensions.
  • The prototype and simulation setup are used to evaluate energy deposits and the subsequent digital signal generation.

• Performance Evaluation:

  • The simulation results, including the energy reconstruction and event selection criteria, indicate that the beam test data (from MIP signals and hadron showers) are being reproduced within acceptable limits.
  • The test results validate that, despite the noted issues, the current simulation framework is capable of extracting meaningful performance metrics from the prototype.

• Conclusion and Next Steps:

  • Concluded that further calibration and correction (especially addressing the SiPM parameter bug) will enhance the precision of the simulation.
  • The next steps include refining the digitization process and integrating improved calibration methods to ensure that the simulation accurately reflects the beam test outcomes.
  • These improvements are critical for predicting detector performance for future neutrino measurements and overall detector upgrades.