A new Main Injector radio frequency system for 2.3 MW Project X operations

TL;DR

This paper discusses the design and specifications of a new radio frequency system for Fermilab's Main Injector to achieve 2.3 MW power for neutrino experiments, addressing limitations of the current system.

Contribution

It introduces a new RF system design capable of supporting higher beam intensities and lower injection energies for Project X operations.

Findings

Design specifications for the new RF system are detailed.

The new system enables increased beam power to 2.3 MW.

The upgrade addresses limitations of the existing 30-year-old system.

Abstract

For Project X Fermilab Main Injector will be required to provide up to 2.3 MW to a neutrino production target at energies between 60 and 120 GeV. To accomplish the above power levels 3 times the current beam intensity will need to be accelerated. In addition the injection energy of Main Injector will need to be as low as 6 GeV. The current 30 year old Main Injector radio frequency system will not be able to provide the required power and a new system will be required. The specifications of the new system will be described.