The Linac Coherent Light Source II photoinjector laser infrastructure
oleh: Hao Zhang, Sasha Gilevich, Alan Miahnahri, Shawn Christopher Alverson, Axel Brachmann, Joseph Duris, Paris Franz, Alan Fry, Jack Hirschman, Kirk Larsen, Randy Lemons, Siqi Li, Brittany Lu, Agostino Marinelli, Mikael Martinez, Justin May, Erel Milshtein, Krishna Murari, Nicole Neveu, Joseph Robinson, John Schmerge, Linshan Sun, Theodore Vecchione, Chengcheng Xu, Feng Zhou, Sergio Carbajo
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| Diterbitkan: | Cambridge University Press 2024-01-01 |
Deskripsi
This paper presents a comprehensive technical overview of the Linac Coherent Light Source II (LCLS-II) photoinjector laser system, its first and foremost component. The LCLS-II photoinjector laser system serves as an upgrade to the original LCLS at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. This advanced laser system generates high-quality laser beams for the LCLS-II, contributing to the instrument’s unprecedented brightness, precision and flexibility. Our discussion extends to the various subsystems that comprise the photoinjector, including the photocathode laser, laser heater and beam transport systems. Lastly, we draw attention to the ongoing research and development infrastructure underway to enhance the functionality and efficiency of the LCLS-II, and similar X-ray free-electron laser facilities around the world, thereby contributing to the future of laser technology and its applications.