• V. Ivanov
  Muons, Inc, Batavia

Many measurements in particle and accelerator physics are limited by the time resolution. This includes particle identification via time-of-flight in major experiments like CDF at Fermilab, Atlas and CMS at the LHC. Large-scale systems could be significantly improved by large-area photo-detectors. The invention of a new method of making MCPs that promises to yield better resolution and be considerably less expensive than current techniques. Two different models for MCP simulations are suggested. Semi-analytical approach is a powerful tool for the design of static image amplifiers. Monte Carlo simulations can be successfully used for large area photo detectors with micron and Pico-second resolution range. Both approaches were implemented in the codes MCPS and MCS. The results of computer modeling are presented. References. 1. V.Ivanov, Z.Insepov, Pico-Second Workshop VII, The Development of Large-Area Pico-second Photo-Devices, Feb. 26-28, 2009; ANL. 2. V.Ivanov. The Code “Micro Channel Plate Simulator”, User’s Guide, Muons, Inc., 2009