Data-Driven Precision Luminosity Measurements with Z Bosons at the LHC and HL-LHC

TL;DR

This paper proposes a data-driven method to measure integrated luminosities at the LHC using Z bosons, aiming for high precision without relying on theoretical cross sections, and discusses uncertainties and future prospects.

Contribution

It introduces a novel approach for luminosity measurement at the LHC that minimizes dependence on theoretical cross sections, enhancing measurement accuracy.

Findings

Method reduces reliance on theoretical inputs

Uncertainty analysis indicates potential for high precision

Prospects for implementation at LHC and HL-LHC

Abstract

A method to measure integrated luminosities at the LHC using Z bosons without theoretical cross section input is discussed. The main uncertainties and the prospects for precision luminosity measurements using this method are outlined.