SLAC Research Project
Summer Student Research for the Next Linear Collider (NLC)
Student Researchers:
Advisor:
I.Introduction A. Schematic Diagram
II. Electronics: Basic Terms A. Mixing 2 frequencies 1. Calculation
III. Noise Tests A. What is Noise? B. Synthesizer Test 1. Goal of Experiment and Diagram of Test Circuit 2. Comparing dBm to mW and Power variation calculation 3. Capacitor plate calculation: acceptable offset distance C. Amplifier Test
D. Noise Equation
1. Diagram
2. General equation for determining noise/motion relationship
IV. Capacitor
A. Sample Calculations
1. Capacitance
2. Frequency
B. Diagram
C. Photographs
D. Measurements
V. Conclusion
Special thanks to: Doug McCormick, Knut Skarpaas VIII, and fellow intern Carlos Damian