Comparisons of Different Gamma Ray Generation Scenarios

Abstract

Contemporarily, gamma photons have been implemented in various application on account of its unique features. In this paper, the basic physical properties of gamma ray are introduced with its advantages and disadvantages in multidisciplinary applications. For the sake of comparison so as to find the most efficient way to generate the gamma rays, the advanced schemes are selected to estimate. To be specific, the historical developments including the discovery of gamma ray and its explanation in the framework of Compton’s Effect are discussed in detail. In addition, the prevalent mechanisms behind artificially-produced gamma-ray are covered and demonstrated, among which the free- electron laser (FEL) and the laser-plasma interactions based on the state-of-art high power laser systems are compared with respect to the properties of the gamma-rays produced. According to the analysis, the resourced input, and their respective advantages in the evolution of gamma-ray production industry are evaluated. Overall, these results shed light on guiding further exploration of gamma ray generation based on various scenarios.