17–22 May 2026
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Understanding energy-induced optics distortions in the LHC

WEP5041
20 May 2026, 16:00
2h
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Deauville, France
Poster Presentation MC5.D01: Beam Optics Lattices, Correction Schemes, Transport Poster session

Speaker

Joshua Gray (European Organization for Nuclear Research)

Description

Small momentum offsets in the LHC can generate significant optics distortions, particularly at low $\beta$*. The beam energy carries a relative uncertainty of approximately $10^{-3}$, which is insufficient for precise optics control. To better understand the impact of energy on the optics, two beam-based techniques have been explored. The first applies a global linear response matrix between BPM phase advances and $\Delta p/p$; while effective in simulation, this method is sensitive and does not reproduce the response observed in the machine. We introduce a new approach based on the principle of Deep Lie Map Networks (DLMN), which fits turn-by-turn BPM trajectories to a differentiable tracking model. Using the single-pass forward differentiation capability of MAD-NG, derivatives of the orbit with respect to $\Delta p/p$ are computed directly within the symplectic tracking engine. The results reveal arc-by-arc variations consistent with dipole-induced orbit distortions, providing insight into orbit behaviour around the ring. The measured response also agrees with that observed in the machine, demonstrating that the DLMN offers a promising new method for analysing the effect of energy on the optics of the LHC.

Funding Agency

CERN

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Author

Joshua Gray (European Organization for Nuclear Research)

Co-authors

Adrian Oeftiger (John Adams Institute) Conrad Caliari (Technical University of Darmstadt) Ewen Maclean (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Felix Soubelet (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Jacqueline Keintzel (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Joschua Dilly (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Katriya Sabin (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Kyriacos Skoufaris (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Mattia Stefanelli (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Rogelio Tomas (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Sasha Horney (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Mr Weitse Van Goethem (European Organization for Nuclear Research) Yannis Angelis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki)

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