Cherenkov Detector Prototype & Testbeam 2009

TL;DR

This paper discusses the design, simulation, and initial testing of a Cherenkov detector prototype for beam parameter measurement at the ILC, emphasizing its role in precise beam polarization measurement.

Contribution

It presents a new Cherenkov detector prototype design and simulation results, along with initial beam test outcomes for high-energy beam polarimetry at the ILC.

Findings

Successful beam test results demonstrate detector performance.

Simulation aligns well with experimental data.

Prototype design shows promise for precise polarization measurement.

Abstract

Precise knowledge of all beam parameters is crucial to fully exploit the physics potential of the International Linear Collider (ILC). A sufficiently accurate measurement of the beam polarisation can only be achieved using dedicated high energy Compton polarimeters combined with well-designed arrays of Cherenkov detectors. This note focuses on the design and detailed simulation of a suitable Cherenkov detector prototype and provides an overview of first results from a highly successful beam test period.