A New Nuclear Reactor Neutrino Experiment to Measure theta 13
K. Anderson, et al
TL;DR
This paper discusses the motivation, design, and feasibility of a new nuclear reactor neutrino experiment aimed at measuring the neutrino mixing angle theta 13, including technical and safety considerations.
Contribution
It provides a comprehensive feasibility study and design considerations for a novel neutrino experiment focused on measuring theta 13.
Findings
Assessment of detector design and calibration methods
Analysis of background and systematic error mitigation
Evaluation of site options and safety protocols
Abstract
An International Working Group has been meeting to discuss ideas for a new Nuclear Reactor Neutrino Experiment at meetings in May 2003 (Alabama), October 2003 (Munich) and plans for March 2004 (Niigata). This White Paper Report on the Motivation and Feasibility of such an experiment is the result of these meetings. After a discussion of the context and opportunity for such an experiment, there are sections on detector design, calibration, overburden and backgrounds, systematic errors, other physics, tunneling issues, safety and outreach. There are 7 appendices describing specific site opportunities.
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Taxonomy
TopicsNeutrino Physics Research · Particle physics theoretical and experimental studies · Dark Matter and Cosmic Phenomena