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The Linac Coherent Light Source.

William E White¹, Aymeric Robert¹, Mike Dunne¹

¹Linac Coherent Light Source, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, 2575 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA.

Journal of Synchrotron Radiation

|May 2, 2015

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) is a mature hard X-ray free-electron laser (FEL) user facility. This discussion covers the opportunities and challenges of operating such advanced light sources.

Keywords:

FEL, X-ray Linac Coherent Light Source

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X-ray science
Accelerator physics
User facility operation

Background:

The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) was the first hard X-ray free-electron laser (FEL) established as a user facility.
Following five years of successful operation, LCLS has reached maturity as an advanced scientific resource.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the opportunities and challenges associated with operating unique hard X-ray free-electron laser facilities.
To provide insights based on the operational experience of the LCLS.

Main Methods:

Review of operational data and user feedback from the LCLS.
Expert opinion and analysis of FEL facility management.

Main Results:

Identification of key opportunities for scientific advancement at FEL facilities.
Characterization of significant operational and technical challenges.

Conclusions:

LCLS serves as a mature platform for cutting-edge X-ray science.
Addressing operational challenges is crucial for maximizing the potential of FEL user facilities.