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Manipulation and diagnosis of femtosecond relativistic electron bunch using terahertz-driven resonators

  • Yang Xu (State Key Laboratory of Advanced Electromagnetic Technology, School of Electric and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology) ;
  • Yifang Song (State Key Laboratory of Advanced Electromagnetic Technology, School of Electric and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology) ;
  • Cheng-Ying Tsai (State Key Laboratory of Advanced Electromagnetic Technology, School of Electric and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology) ;
  • Jian Wang (State Key Laboratory of Advanced Electromagnetic Technology, School of Electric and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology) ;
  • Zhengzheng Liu (State Key Laboratory of Advanced Electromagnetic Technology, School of Electric and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology) ;
  • Kuanjun Fan (State Key Laboratory of Advanced Electromagnetic Technology, School of Electric and Electronic Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology) ;
  • Jinfeng Yang (The Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research, Osaka University) ;
  • Oleg Meshkov (Budker Institute of Nuclear Physics)
  • Received : 2024.03.04
  • Accepted : 2024.05.23
  • Published : 2024.10.25
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Abstract

Using strong electromagnetic fields generated by lasers to interact with electrons for precise diagnosis and manipulation of electron beams represents a recent focal point in accelerator technology. This approach surpasses the limitations of conventional RF technology, such as low electric field gradients and timing jitters, effectively enhancing the accuracy of ultrafast electron beam diagnostics and manipulations. As demands for precision continue to rise, the precise diagnosis of crucial parameters of ultrafast electron beams remains challenging. This study delves into the electromagnetic behavior of THz-driven devices and proposes an all-optical method utilizing single-cycle THz radiation to compress and characterize a 3 MeV electron beam. Particle tracking simulations demonstrate an astonishing compression effect, reducing the bunch length from 54.0 fs to 4.3 fs, and achieving sub-femtosecond bunch length measurement resolution. Moreover, when combined with an orthogonal THz streak camera, this method shows even greater potential in multi-bunch scenarios.

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Acknowledgement

This work is supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) (12235005 and 12275094) and the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2022YFA1602202).

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