Libera Hadron

Libera Hadron is a BPM signal processing system developed especially for the needs of the hadron synchrotrons. It can be used for position measurement, tune measurement, and detailed beam studies.

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Benefits:

  • Deep memory buffers for offline studies
  • High-resolution bunch-by-bunch position and charge measurements
  • High resolution bunch-by-bunch arrival time measurements
  • Slow data: high resolution beam position measurements and 10 Hz rate streaming towards the control system
  • Fast data: high resolution beam position measurements and 10 kHz rate streaming on a dedicated output for fast feedback purposes
  • Possibility of implementing low-latency multi-bunch instability feedback systems

Data processing:

The complete processing of data and its storage in buffers are initiated by the external trigger event signal. The data is stored in two 2 GB buffers which can be read out on the user’s request. Through real time signal processing algorithms, the system automatically detects individual bunches, measures the transversal positions at high resolution, the charge and the arrival time. The measurements can be organized in bunch maps in order to provide a global representation of the beam dynamics over long periods of time. Both Slow data and Fast data are available for the implementation of low latency feedback systems.

DSP AND DATA PATHS

Three standalone algorithms are implemented to support different types of pickup signal:

  • Bunch-by-bunch for Shoe box sensors: a bunch detection algorithm with a baseline restorer for processing unipolar signals
  • Bunch-by-bunch for capacitive sensors: a bunch detection algorithm for processing bipolar pulses
  • Narrow band analysis: superheterodyne SDR receiver for processing bunch signals at extremely low bunch charges

Libera Hadron provides six basic data paths (raw ADC data, Bunch-by-bunch, FFT, FFT peak, Fast data and Slow data). GbE (optional) Fast data is available over SFP on the GDX using the GbE protocol. Fast data and Slow data are stream type and can be delivered to the user simultaneously: Fast data at 10 kHz and Slow data at 10 Hz. All the other data paths are data on demand type.

Interfaces:

The hardware is based on MTCA standards, with a proprietary chassis, which accommodates up to four full-width and two half-width modules. It includes a high performance back-plane which satisfies even the most demanding applications. In addition there is a platform management controller and a COMe module which both support different CPU options.

Interfaces:

Libera Hadron Capabilities
ParameterValue
General product codeLHAD
Number of input channels16 (4 per module)
BPM slots1 - 4
Supported input frequency range<55 MHz
A/D conversion250 MHz/16 bit
CoolingActive (fans)
Power supply110/220 V, 250 W
Timing signalsElectrical (4)/Optical
Fast data linksRJ-45 & SFP
Maximum input signal*<2 V peak pulse voltage *
Input gain/attenuationFixed
Temperature drift, typical<2 μm/°C
Position RMS at bunch-by-bunch data rate6 μm **
Position RMS at fast 10 kHz data rate<1 μm **
Position RMS at slow 10 Hz data rate<1 μm **
Position RMS at 1 MHz data rate/
Memory size per module4 GB
DimensionsH: 2 U, W:19" (rack mountable), D: 310mm

* Can be extended/customized depending on use requirements
** Measured with K=10mm

Libera Hadron Functionalities
Bunch-by-bunch processingYes
Real-time data streamingOptional*
Slow dataYes
Gain controlLibera Amplifier 110, external variable gain amplifier
Selectable processing windowYes
Processing delayYes
Multi-chassis synchronizationReference clock with PLL
Data time stampingBased on external RF clock
Interlock detection and outputNo
Postmortem capabilityYes
FFT/FFZ peakYes
Single-pass measurementYes
Additional Digital I/O channels and Analog outputNo
Closed Orbit Feedback ApplicationYes, available with extension

* Requires additional module: GDX module

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Libera Hadron is used at the following labs:

  • BEPC II, ADS, CSNS, HEPS – Institute of High Energy (IHEP), China
  • Haerbin – Institute of Modern Physics Chinese Academy of Sciences (IMP-CAS), China
  • J-PARC– The High Energy Accelerator Research Organization-KEK, Japan
  • KHIMA – Korea Institute of Radiological & Medical Sciences (KIRAMS), Southe Korea
  • NICA – Joint institute for nuclear research (JINR), Russia
  • SIS 18, SIS 100, FAIR – Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH-GSI, Germany
  • Tsinghua University – Tsinghua University, China
  • Zion – Chinan Biomedical Technology BIOTECH, Taiwan

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