The SSC collider correction system

The magnetic correction system for the collider rings at the Superconducting Super Collider (SSC) is described. System evolution and recent developments are noted. The SSC Collider correction system is a collection of small magnets residing within the cold mass of spool pieces and mid half cell positions throughout the machine. At this stage, the design needs to be flexible so that modifications can be implemented with little or no impact on other systems. However, retrofitting is not an option, and project delays can be costly. Working designs must be available to fulfill final requirements. A development program is underway to establish the most robust and cost-effective correction magnets appropriate to the collider.<>