Introducing CERN’s robodog
Introducing CERN’s robodogBuilding 937 houses the coolest robots at CERN. This is where the action happens to build and programme robots that can tackle the unconventional challenges presented by the...
View ArticleEnhancing safety: improving seismic risk assessments
Enhancing safety: improving seismic risk assessments CERN is located in a particularly complex geological setting, which also happens to be prone to earthquakes. Seismic events of a certain magnitude...
View ArticleLHC tunnel named as one of the 50 most iconic tunnels in the world
LHC tunnel named as one of the 50 most iconic tunnels in the worldThe LEP/LHC tunnel in 1985. Three tunnel-boring machines started excavating the tunnel in February 1985 and the ring was completed...
View ArticleComing together to prepare for ambitious future projects
Coming together to prepare for ambitious future projectsFrom concept to deployment, CERN's engineering practices emphasise precision, longevity, quality and cost management, enabling groundbreaking...
View ArticleLess hungry magnets for the experiments of the future
Less hungry magnets for the experiments of the future How can we advance cutting-edge research but consume less energy? CERN’s scientists are working on innovative solutions, and superconductivity is...
View ArticleHiLumi News: new large helium tanks
HiLumi News: new large helium tanksExceptional machines call for exceptional operations. Two large helium tanks for the High-Luminosity LHC (HL-LHC) were installed at Point 1 in June, and two more at...
View ArticleCERN70: Superconductors accelerate progress
CERN70: Superconductors accelerate progress20 September 2024 · Voir en françaisPart 17 of the CERN70 feature series. Find out more: cern70.cernLucio Rossi led the group responsible for superconducting...
View ArticleA test stand for the High-Luminosity LHC
A test stand for the High-Luminosity LHCAn impressive operation recently took place in CERN’s magnet test hall. The innovative cold powering system has been successfully installed in the...
View ArticleCERN signs long-term solar power agreements
CERN signs long-term solar power agreements Solar power will cover 10% of CERN’s annual electricity consumption from 2027, thanks to three power purchase agreements (PPAs) signed by CERN and French...
View ArticleJohn Pett (1942 – 2024)
John Pett (1942 – 2024)(Image: John's family)It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the loss of our friend and colleague, John Pett, former member and leader of the LHC Power Converter...
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