Monday, June 16, 2025

New Compact Accelerator Design Reduces Emittance, Enhancing Beam Brightness

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Researchers at the National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) at Brookhaven National Laboratory have made significant strides in accelerator technology with the development of a new “complex bend” lattice design. This innovative setup employs compact permanent magnets to create a more efficient and powerful electron beam, enhancing the brightness of X-rays produced for scientific experiments. The new design, which has been tested through prototypes, aims to minimize beam emittance and reduce the facility’s power consumption significantly. With plans to install full-scale prototypes in the NSLS-II accelerator tunnel, this advancement is set to pave the way for major improvements in synchrotron research capabilities, potentially revolutionizing experiments conducted at beamlines.

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