The successful replacement of a coil in an HL-LHC niobium–tin quadrupole magnet by the US Accelerator Upgrade Project team has showcased this crucial technology’s flexibility and cost-effectiveness, CERN News.
Recovery of an HL-LHC niobium–tin magnet
Recovery of an HL-LHC niobium–tin magnet
Recovery of an HL-LHC niobium–tin magnet
Power test in BNL of the magnet MQXFA08, with performance limitation (left) and after coil replacement (right) (Courtesy of E. Todesco)