Neutron Sciences Directorate

The Basics

Each stage of the PPU involves addressing technical systems, referred to as conventional facilities, that support the primary components of the Linear Accelerator, Radio-Frequency Systems, Accumulator Ring, and Target System. The conventional facilities include heating and cooling equipment, electrical power, lighting, and fire protection systems. There is also a short section of new beamline that was installed just before the target station to enable diverting some of the increased beam power to a second target station.

Conventional Facilities Upgrades

The project included adding a 625-square foot water pump room for the additional 28 klystrons and adding upgraded heating and cooling, electrical, lighting, and fire protection systems to the existing portion of the klystron gallery.

A new water pump room supports 28 additional klystrons.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The completed tunnel extension (right) will facilitate connecting the linac to the future Second Target Station.