Design of an electron-beam ion trap to be situated at Queen’s University, Belfast

Abstract

An electron-beam ion trap ͑EBIT͒ has been designed for atomic physics experiments at the Queen's University of Belfast. A pair of permanent magnets will be used to produce an axial magnetic field to compress an electron beam, whereas pairs of superconducting magnets have been used for traditional EBITs. The design of the new EBIT is detailed and possible experiments are explained to show the feasibility of the EBIT.