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4GLS: Revolutionizing Light Source Technology for Research Advancements

Explore the innovative 4th Generation Light Source (4GLS) in Abingdon, June 2003, featuring a low-energy scenario, Energy Recovery Linac, FEL capabilities, and flexible time structure. Uncover the politics behind the project, local support, and funding details. Delve into the timescales, the Energy Recovery Linac Prototype, and the intricate control system of this groundbreaking development.

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4GLS: Revolutionizing Light Source Technology for Research Advancements

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  1. Brian Martlew EPICS Collaboration, Abingdon, June 2003

  2. What is 4GLS? • 4thGeneration Light Source • Low Energy (600MeV) – Three ring scenario • Based on an Energy Recovery Linac • FEL, Undulator and bending magnet radiation • Very flexible time structure • “Infinite” lifetime Abingdon, June 2003

  3. Abingdon, June 2003

  4. Politics • Diamond decision (March 2000) • Strong local support • NWDA (North West Development Agency) • Local universities (Manchester & Liverpool) • NWDA will pay for 4GLS building work • £25m Campus project Abingdon, June 2003

  5. Timescales • March 02 Scientific case approved (Gateway 0) • November 02 Business case approved (Gateway 1) • March 03 £8m funding for prototype accelerator • August 05 Prototype complete • April 06 Preliminary results from prototype • Summer 06 ?? Approval for 4GLS procure and build Abingdon, June 2003

  6. Energy Recovery Linac Prototype • £8m funding over 3 years • Gain experience with ERL and photo-cathode guns • 500 KeV electron gun • 5 MeV SCRF booster cavity • 50 MeV ERL • Very tight budget and timescales • Re-use existing buildings and equipment where possible Abingdon, June 2003

  7. Control System Abingdon, June 2003

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