Accelerator Physics Group: Annual Report 2002

The Accelerator Physics group carries out theoretical and experimental research in the dynamics of particle beams. It contributes to the design and commissioning of new accelerators and takes part in studies aimed at understanding and improving the performance of existing facilities. The group is in charge of: 1) LHC beam optics, beam dynamics and performance, 2) accelerator physics support and new concepts in beam dynamics, and 3) studies on future accelerators. This note reports SL-AP activities and results during the year 2002. The AP group is now merged into the Accelerator and Beam Physics group of the new Accelerators and Beams Division.