How can I make a detailed hypothesis for my particle accelerator project?

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The discussion focuses on creating a detailed hypothesis for a small Linear Electron Collider project, utilizing two CRT electron guns positioned at either end of a polycarbonate tube, with quadrupole magnets for electron focusing. The user seeks equations and methods to model photon production from electron collisions, specifically looking for a way to create Feynman diagrams proportional to the energies involved. The goal is to determine optimal power settings and polycarbonate thickness for the collider setup.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Linear Electron Collider design principles
  • Knowledge of quadrupole magnet functionality
  • Familiarity with Feynman diagrams and particle interaction modeling
  • Basic concepts of electromagnetic radiation (EMR) safety
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  • Research equations for photon production in electron collisions
  • Learn about Feynman diagram construction and interpretation
  • Investigate the effects of polycarbonate thickness on radiation shielding
  • Explore power settings optimization for electron guns in collider applications
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Physics students, particle accelerator researchers, and hobbyists interested in experimental particle physics and collider design.

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I,m trying to put together all the complexities of making a small Linear Electron collider.
Basically it's two crt electron guns on each end of an polycarbonate tube with quadrupole magnet's for focusing. I have a decent idea of the EMR dangers involved. But since I could keep it below a certain level, it wouldn't be extremely bad. I'd like to just to find another way to make photons, and relation to the reactions occurring (Extremely hypothetical example: 2 electrons colliding at what ever EV)


Is there any equations I could use to make a detailed hypothesis? Like an formula or a whole
method I could use. If I could find a way to make a Feynman diagram that would be proportional to the energies involved would be great. Since then I could look for the exact power settings to use and the thickness of polycarbonate I would need, and etc. Any help otherwise would be awesome.


Sorry if I sound like a complete noob, just a personal research project that I,m extremely interested in. I made a cloud chamber already,so don't suggest it instead. :p
 
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