Meeting Notes
- Status of Quadrupole Magnet Measurements
- Measurements are proceeding smoothly; no rack/system operational errors observed.
- Two quadrupole magnets have been measured; repeatability checks are planned.
- A polarity issue was found; reversed input/output labels led to powering the magnet in reverse, yielding a negative instead of a positive quadrupole.
- The team stressed strict polarity checks and correct coil connections for quadrupole measurements.
- Crane operator unavailability at GSI delays further measurements until 2026-06-29.
- Conclusion: Current setup is functional; enforce the polarity procedure. Data collection resumes once the crane is available.
- Onboard vs. Post-Processing Data Analysis
- Onboard FFMM analysis uses two FDIs (main and compensated) and omits the third FDI.
- Raw data includes all three FDIs; full offline analysis will extract complete harmonics.
- Kn file consistency is required; remove or share extra Kn files on the PC to ensure consistency.
- Online Kn settings serve fast feedback only; final results will rely on post-processing with the selected Kn files.
- Conclusion: Proceed with post-processing using consistent Kn files; onboard outputs are indicative only.
- Python Post-Processing Workflow and Outputs
- A slightly modified CERN Python script will be shared to analyze LDM datasets for quadrupoles.
- Steps:
- Use a KN file with the third column as the third FDI.
- Input coil resistance (from patch panel measurement) to correct for voltage divider effects.
- Apply measured level meter offsets (connection and non-connection sides).
- Analyze raw files to generate Excel outputs with main field, angle, level meter, bn, an, and displacement.
- Aggregate positions into a final Excel template, including coil length, reference radius, positions, current, and field.
- Data Sharing and Collaboration Setup
- An Indico page will host procedures, files, and references.
- A CERNBox folder will store live datasets and documents; write access will be granted to relevant members.
- GitLab may be used for code later; initially, CERNBox is sufficient.
- Conclusion: Centralized sharing via CERNBox/Indico agreed; access was provided during the meeting.
- Scheduling and Availability
- Daryl will be on vacation next week, returning on 2026-07-06 at CERN to focus on stretched wire tasks and metrology materials.
- Conclusion: A short follow-up meeting is planned after initial processing; the broader measurement campaign resumes after 2026-06-29.
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