Advanced Simulation and Research in Detector Technologies at Velopix Workshop
The Velopix Workshop, established at CERN since January 2010, leads innovative studies in detector technologies. Coordinated by Marina Artuso and supported by experts like Steve Blusk and Zhou Xing, the team focuses on optimizing geometries and electronics parameters through simulations. Key initiatives include evaluating hybrid pixel options using diamond sensors, analyzing thermal properties for cooling applications, and developing low-mass RF shields. The facility boasts advanced experimental labs for electronics R&D and high-precision measurements, fostering collaborations across disciplines.
Advanced Simulation and Research in Detector Technologies at Velopix Workshop
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SU Group Introduction Marina Artuso, Steve Blusk, Alessandra Borgia,BinGui, Brian Maynard, Zhou Xing, Ray Mountain and Jianchun Wang + Pdoc Tomasz Skwarnicki, Victor Coco, Marcin Kucharczyk (simulation) Marina Artuso Velopix Workshop
The people Jianchun Wang (simulation, test beam activities) Marina Artuso (overall coordination/electronicR&D) Steve Blusk (cooling Mechanics) Zhou Xing timepix studies/data flow simulation Alessandra Borgia, (test beams, data analysis) stationed at CERN starting in January 2010 Brian Maynard thermal simulation + Pdoc electronics R&D Bin Gui Fpga Applications Ray Mountain (diamond characterization, RF shield, irradiation program) + collaboration with electrical engineering dept Marina Artuso Velopix Workshop
Experimental facilities Machine shop Profilometer and AFM for precision surface scans Vacuum system to study detectors at low temperature/in vacuum Clean room equipped with probe station and semi-automatic wirebonder Marina Artuso Velopix Workshop
Experimental Facilities - II Electronics laboratory to design, prototype and characterize mixed analog/digital boards and detector assemblies Marina Artuso Velopix Workshop
Our interests • Simulation studies to optimize geometry/detector & electronics parameters • Investigate hybrid pixel option based on diamond sensor & compare with alternative sensor technologies • Study thermal properties of diamond as cooling substrates • Develop low mass RF shield • Test beam telescope and test beam/irradiation program to select sensor/electronics technology • Study of different data flow architecture & application of 3D vertical integration to our needs • Electronics for data concentration Marina Artuso Velopix Workshop