Muon spectroscopy is a powerful way of studying atomic level properties of matter, often producing complementary results to neutron scattering. Europe is fortunate in having two muon sources, ISIS in the UK and PSI in Switzerland, which each provide different facilities for muon experiments. The aim of this JRA is to develop technologies and techniques which extend the range of capabilities of the muon method available to European users at these two facilities. Objectives Click to enlarge the pictures Task 2: Technologies for high field instruments Development of detector technologies and array designs, supporting the ongoing programme at both STFC and PSI to develop new muon instruments operating at magnetic fields of up to 10T. Task 3: Technologies for μSR at high pressures Development of pressure capabilities for μSR, both in the gas phase and for condensed matter; solving problems unique to μSR, such as the need for thin beam entry windows, positron exit and the provision of RF excitation. Task 4: Novel resonance techniques and simulation codes for complex experiments Development of the use of NMR-style pulsed RF techniques in μSR, including an in-situ NMR capability; development of simulation codes to aid analysis of complex μSR experiments. Task 5: Muon beamline control and Modelling Work to develop a better understanding of beam and instrument properties, including techniques for beam diagnostics and instrument simulation.

Coordinator: Stephen Cottrell Forum: WP20 Muons FORUM (restricted access to JRA Partners) Link to the Website of the MUON-S Joint Research Activity - FP6 (6th Frame Programme of the European Commission)