Tracking studies and machine performance simulation of the SSC Low Energy Booster

The features of the SSC Low Energy Booster (LEB) lattice design include a high transition γ_t to avoid transition crossing during acceleration, dispersionless straight sections and moderate peak dispersion in arc sections. It has a three-fold symmetry with separate arcs and long straight sections to provide adequate azimuthal space for the required hardware. We have done tracking studies and machine simulations to verify the optical stability and performance of the LEB lattice. The results of these studies including misalignment, closed orbit correction and simulation of magnetic field errors are presented in this paper. Linear coupling resonances and 3rd order structure resonances have been analyzed and correction schemes have been developed to minimize their effect