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Optimization of a hot-cavity type resonant ionization laser ion source
J L Henares1, N Lecesne1, L Hijazi1
1GANIL, BP 55027, 14076 Caen Cedex 5, France.
The Review of Scientific Instruments
|March 3, 2016
Summary
The GISELE test bench optimizes Resonant Ionization Laser Ion Source (RILIS) performance for radioactive ion beam facilities. It investigates modular designs to enhance ionization efficiency, selectivity, and beam emittance for future applications.
Area of Science:
- Atomic and Molecular Physics
- Accelerator Physics
- Nuclear Physics
Background:
- Resonant Ionization Laser Ion Source (RILIS) is crucial for efficient and selective ionization in Radioactive Ion Beam (RIB) facilities.
- The Grand Accélérateur National d'Ions Lourds (GANIL) facility requires advanced ion source technology for its research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and test an off-line resonant laser ion source, GISELE (GANIL Ion Source using Electron Laser Excitation), at GANIL.
- To determine optimal design parameters for a future on-line laser ion source combining high efficiency, selectivity, low emittance, and stable operation.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a modular ion source body to investigate various experimental approaches and design parameters.
- Analyzing ion beam emittance and time profile development as a function of temperature for different ion source configurations.
Main Results:
- Presentation of latest experimental results on emittance and time profile.
- Evaluation of different ion source versions based on performance metrics.
Conclusions:
- The GISELE project aims to establish the best technical solution for advanced laser ion sources.
- Findings will guide the development of future on-line laser ion sources for RIB facilities.
