Innovative Approaches to High-Energy Gamma Particle Classification: A Coevolutionary Artificial Neural Network for Cherenkov Telescopes

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Authors: Ali Deveci, Merve Erkan, İ̇hsan Tolga Medeni, Tunç Durmuş Medeni
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Abstract

This study addresses the challenges in analyzing data from a ground-based atmospheric Cherenkov gamma telescope, aiming to simulate and observe high-energy gamma particles. Notable challenges include differentiating signals from high-energy gamma rays and background noise induced by cosmic-ray-initiated hadronic showers. Robust methodologies, especially for statistical significance amidst varying energy levels, are essential. The study underscores the need for nuanced solutions in effective data analysis, contributing significantly to our understanding of high-energy gamma phenomena.A cooperative coevolution-based artificial neural network model, developed in response to these challenges, achieves a classification accuracy of over 91%. This success highlights the model’s efficacy in addressing scientific problems, effectively separating gamma rays from background noise, and contributing to future research on atmospheric Cherenkov gamma telescopes.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Astrophysics and Cosmic Phenomena Radiation Detection and Scintillator Technologies Gamma-ray bursts and supernovae

Publication details

Journal / source
Sivas Cumhuriyet Üniversitesi Mühendislik Fakültesi Dergisi
Publisher
Cumhuriyet University
Volume
4
Issue
1
Pages
8–15
Publication date
18 June 2026
Language
EN