Project X with Superconducting Rapid Cycling Synchrotron

Investigation of neutrino oscillations and rare meson decays are main physics goals of Project X [1]. The successful physics outcome relies on the feasibility of high-intensity neutrino and meson (K⁺ and µ) beams. In order to meet this goal we propose accelerator system dominated by the synchrotrons (Option A) as a technologically easier and significantly more cost-effective alternative to the accelerator system dominated by the linear accelerators (Option B, [2]). The synchrotron-based accelerator system and its main components are outlined and the expected proton beam power for the neutrino and meson beams production is presented and discussed.. Authors: Piekarz, Henryk [Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (FNAL), Batavia, IL (United States)] (ORCID:0000000194225662). DOE Contract: 89243024CSC000002. Subjects: 43 PARTICLE ACCELERATORS