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In fact BLMs report back to multiple DABs in one crate which collates data and publishes as a block for up to n BLMs.
The DAB64x will be used in both of the major LHC beam instrumentation systems
(BLM & BPM)
Hardware knowledge in-house at CERN
Software platform for integration into CERN control system is in place
Guarantees long term hardware & software support
The DAB64x architecture is very versatile
Altera Stratix family FPGAs allow for powerful data treatment
FPGA code can be changed to suit many needs
Can cope with 40MHz LHC data rate if required
The DAB64x can provide a cheap, alternative data acquisition platform over
expensive analysers used in specific modes of operation