Analog signal multiplexing system for the IOTA Proton Injector
Abstract
The Fermilab Accelerator Science and Technology (FAST) Facility at FNAL is a dedicated research and development center focused on advancing particle accelerator technologies for future applications worldwide. Currently, a key objective of FAST Operations is to commission the 2.5 MeV IOTA Proton Injector (IPI) and enable proton injection into the IOTA storage ring. The low and medium-energy sections of the IPI include four frame-style dipole trims and two multi-function correctors with independently controlled coils, requiring readout of 32 analog channels for current and voltage monitoring in total. To reduce cost and optimize rack space within the PLC-based control system, a 32-to-4 analog signal multiplexing system was designed and implemented. This system enables real-time readback of excitation parameters from all magnetic correctors. This paper presents the design, construction, implementation, and performance of the multiplexing system.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Particle accelerators and beam dynamics
Particle Accelerators and Free-Electron Lasers
Radiation Effects in Electronics
Publication details
- Journal / source
- arXiv (Cornell University)
- Publication date
- 29 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint