Published - Nov 2024
Roots Systems is thrilled to announce its participation in the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) Project, a pioneering international scientific endeavor. With a planned particle accelerator stretching several hundred miles—surpassing the scale of Geneva’s current 17-mile facility—DUNE aims to uncover the mysteries of neutrinos, the smallest-known particles in the universe.
At the heart of this project lies the Target Hall Complex, where protons will smash into a target to generate the world’s most intense neutrino beam. To ensure this high-energy process remains operational, a helium-based cooling system is crucial. Roots Systems has been selected to supply the helium circulator, a vital component of the cooling circuit that prevents the target from overheating.
This is not the first time Roots Systems has been part of such a monumental scientific initiative. Previously, the company supplied a helium circulator for the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Didcot, showcasing its expertise in delivering high-precision, reliable systems for cutting-edge research.
The DUNE Project has already commenced following the receipt of a formal order from the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) on November 6th. An internal kick-off meeting has been held, marking the start of this exciting journey.
Special recognition goes to Ruth, who secured this order as her first major win as a sales engineer. Appreciation also extends to Maris and his team, including Piotr, for their invaluable support during the bidding phase, and to UK Flowtechnology for their contributions to the project’s success.
Being part of the DUNE Project underscores Roots Systems’ commitment to advancing global scientific research. We are immensely proud to play a role in this transformative experiment and look forward to contributing to its groundbreaking discoveries.
For more information on the DUNE Project, visit DUNE Science or watch an overview of the experiment here.
