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Heritage collection CERN-OBJ-CERN-OBJ-AC-064
Title
LHC accelerating cavity prototype
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Particles are accelerated using radio-frequency cavities. These contain an electric field which oscillates at just the right frequency to give a kick to the charged particles passing through.
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Public
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Physical characteristics and technical requirements
150kg / 290kg with the travel box
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Available, 282.
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CDS number
2289743