Michael L. Miller, Michigan State University

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Authors: M.L. Miller, G.D. Westfall, O. Bjarki, D.J. Magestro, R. Pak, N.T.B. Stone, M.B. Tonjes, A.M. Vander Molen

Abstract: Multiplicities of charged particles and intermediate mass fragments (IMFs) were measured for the systems 58Fe + 58Fe and 58Ni + 58Ni at 45,55,65,75, and 105 MeV/n.  A systematic enhancement of IMF production was found for the neutron rich Fe system for 45-75 MeV/n.  However, at 105 MeV/n the two systems show near identical IMF production.  Using predictions from three different models this effect can be qualitatively explained by the transition between an evaporative and explosive reaction mechanism.