Design of the Big Data Acquisition and Interlock Device for the RF System of Particle Accelerators

Artificial intelligence (AI) technology is becoming a powerful tool for the control and optimization of particle accelerators, which is increasingly used in various accelerators. However, the efficacy of these AI algorithms relies on model training, which in turn depends on extensive data concerning the operational states of particle accelerators. Therefore, a design of a data acquisition and interlock device for the RF system of particle accelerators has been presented in this paper. The working principles of this device have been analyzed. Device selection and circuit design for the circuit hardware has been conducted. And a preliminary design for the host computer software has been completed. With the data acquisition and interlock device designed according to this paper, the key operating parameters of the RF system can be collected and recorded, which can be used to accumulate data resources for the application of artificial intelligence technology. The device is also able to conduct real-time monitoring and judgment of the operating status of the RF system, and play the role of interlock to protect the entire RF system.