Development of a Novel Superconducting Spectrometer Magnet for Reactions with Short-Lived Beams

Nuclear physics research programs would benefit substantially from a superconducting spectrometer that provides a highly-uniform high field (5T), large bore, good resolution, and a large solid angle. This project will develop a state-of-the-art superconducting magnet for such a spectrometer. The magnet will be built with high Tc wire, high Tc leads, and a cryocooler. In Phase I, design calculations and analysis of the magnet will be completed. The design will include a 5 T, 50 cm uniform-field solenoid with Hi Tc wire, Hi Tc leads, and a cryocooler. In Phase II, the magnet will be constructed and tested. Commercial Applications And Other Benefits as described by the Applicant: Beyond the application for the nuclear physics research program, the technology should be applicable to MRI magnets