Theoretical analysis for better understanding Muography

Abstract

Utilizing muons in geoscience has been increase over the last decade. Radiographic imaging using muons, also termed Muography, is relied on the measurement of the muon’s absorption, created by the interaction of cosmic rays with the earth’s atmosphere, in matter. Muons are considered elementary particles with potent penetrating activity, a privilege that allows them able to cross bodies of dimensions of the order for hundreds of meters. Earlier researches throw a light on practical side for muon particle. Therefore, the current work places an emphasis on establishing a scientific theoretical base for better understanding the mechanism for muography. Accordingly, it will participate in innovating tools for accurate, safe, and professional muography. Herein, we aim to clarify the physical characteristics for muon particle, and how it is preferable compared to other techniques. The theoretical analysis has been performed to elucidate the interaction between the substance and muon from the physics’ point of view. Moreover, systems and principles of muon imaging innovation, explanation of muon’s creation, lifetime, distance, interaction, physical characteristics, and applications of muons in Geoscience are explained. Taken together, we aim to realize the basic mechanisms to get clear muon radiography with focusing on theoretical advantages for muography in comparison to traditional radiations