26 May 2024 to 1 June 2024
La Biodola - Isola d'Elba (Italy)
Europe/Rome timezone

The micro-RWELL for future HEP challenges

31 May 2024, 09:50
20m
Sala Maria Luisa

Sala Maria Luisa

Oral T6 - Gas Detectors Gas Detectors - Oral session

Speaker

Dr Giovanni Bencivenni (INFN - LNF)

Description

The challenges posed by the forthcoming High-Energy Physics experiments, necessitate the development of particle detection technologies that are easily engineered and compatible with industrial-scale production. The micro-RWELL, a single-amplification stage resistive MPGD based on sequential build-up technology, effectively meets these demands. In this contribution, we provide an overview of the detector characteristics, outlining the design and testing steps conducted at INFN-LNF. Additionally, we offer a schematic description of the construction processes performed at the ELTOS Company and CERN MPT Workshop.
The experience detailed in this contribution indicates that a significant portion of the detector construction can be effectively carried out by the industry, providing substantial advantages in terms of production time and cost-effectiveness. Furthermore, it is crucial to highlight the significant effort invested in the production of large DLC (Diamond-Like-carbon) foils, a fundamental component of the detector amplification stage. The acquisition of the DC-magnetron sputtering machine, a fruitful joint venture between CERN and INFN, represents a crucial development, allowing a remarkable advancement in this technology.
The results of the tests carried out with an X-ray gun at LNF and particle beams at the CERN North Area beam facility are then discussed in detail. Preliminary outcomes of the co-production pilot test performed in 2023 are summarized, indicating a production yield of approximately 90%. The fruitful experience gained in this phase of the technology transfer is a first step towards the construction of larger detectors, as envisaged for the forthcoming challenges in HEP.

Role of Submitter I am the presenter

Primary authors

Elena Sidoretti (INFN - Roma 2) Erika De Lucia (Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare) Gianfranco Morello (Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare) Dr Giovanni Bencivenni (INFN - LNF) Dr Giulietto Felici (Laboratori Nazionali di Frasacti - INFN) Giuseppe Papalino (LNF) Dr Marco Pinamonti (ELTOS SpA) Marco Poli Lener (INFN - LNF) Matilde Dondi (Università di Bologna) Matteo Giovannetti (INFN - LNF) Mr Maurizio Gatta (LNF - INFN) Dr Riccardo Pinamonti (ELTOS SpA) Rui De Oliveira (CERN)

Co-authors

Gianluigi Cibinetto (Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare) Lia Lavezzi (Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare) Paolo Giacomelli (INFN Bologna) Riccardo Farinelli (INFN - Ferrara)

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