Cornell: Building, Testing, and Delivering CMS Detector Components to CERN

Join Xuan Chen, a brilliant postdoc from CLASSE on an immersive journey through the heart of scientific discovery. In this video, we take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the cutting-edge facilities at Cornell University, where groundbreaking accelerator research is shaping the future of particle physics - where researchers are building and testing the major components for the CMS detector upgrade at CERN.
Step inside the gantry lab at the Physical Sciences Building, where a team is hard at work crafting the “Dee”, or the intricately designed structure to hold the modules of the innermost tracker for the CMS detector upgrade. Xuan and team meticulously test the modules that will play a pivotal role in unraveling the mysteries of the universe.
We also explore the historic Newman Laboratory, a place where innovation and tradition converge. Gain insight into the rigorous research methods employed by Xuan and her colleagues as they strive to make these modules and “Dees” radiation-proof while also able to withstand the extreme demands and environment of CMS.
As we walk through these exceptional facilities, Xuan shares her expertise, highlighting the ingenious techniques developed to maximize thermal conductivity, a critical factor in maintaining the detector's peak performance in the demanding CERN environment.
This isn't just a tour; it's an invitation to witness the dedication, innovation, and passion that drive scientific exploration at Cornell's CLASSE. Join us on this journey as we delve into the inner workings of particle physics and the quest for knowledge.