Development of EASYQAD Version β: A Visualization Code System for Gamma and Neutron Shielding Calculations

Abstract

EASYQAD version was developed by MATLAB GUI (Graphical User Interface) as a visualization code system based on QAD-CGGP-A point-kernel code for convenient shielding calculations of gammas and neutrons. It consists of four graphic interface modules including GEOMETRY, INPUT, OUTPUT, and SHIELD. These modules were compiled in C++ programming language by using the MATLAB Compiler Toolbox to form a stand-alone code system that can be run on the Windows XP operating system without MATLAB installation. In addition, EASYQAD version has user-friendly graphical interfaces and, additionally, many useful functions in comparison with QAD-CGGP-A such as common material library, line and grid detectors, and multi-group energy calculations so as to increase its applicability in the field of radiation shielding analysis. It is a powerful tool for non-experts to analyze easily the shielding problems without special training. Therefore, EASYQAD version is expected to contribute effectively to the development of radiation shielding analysis by providing users in medical and industrial fields with an efficient radiation shielding code.