Are There Any Particle Accelerators in Houston?

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Particle accelerators are primarily located in government labs and universities, making them difficult to find. In Houston, there is interest in whether any exist, with Texas A&M mentioned as a potential location. The discussion also humorously references everyday items like television picture tubes and amplifiers as makeshift accelerators. Concerns about duplicate questions in forums are raised, emphasizing the importance of avoiding multiple postings. The conversation highlights the challenge of locating particle accelerators in urban areas.
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It's not easy finding accelerators. they're either hidden in universities or so big you could miss them like was theplan for The Supercolider.

GOvernment labs an universities are where you find them. DO we have any in HOuston? I heard Texas A&M has one
 
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I have a particle accelerator downstairs.
 
Television picture tube, right ??
 
http://www-elsa.physik.uni-bonn.de/accelerator_list.html" lists accelerators found at various places around the world.
 
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Television picture tube, right ??

Yeah :P And a Fender Valve Amp :smile:
 
Line said:
It's not easy finding accelerators. they're either hidden in universities or so big you could miss them like was theplan for The Supercolider.

GOvernment labs an universities are where you find them. DO we have any in HOuston? I heard Texas A&M has one

This is almost the same question you asked in a thread you started in A&CG forum. Please do not multiple post the same question!

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