International Coherent Amplification Network 

ICAN studies a novel laser concept for High Energy Particle acceleration, known as CAN for Coherent Amplification Network that would guarantee high peak power and high average powers while exhibiting high efficiency, >30%. The approach is based on fibre amplification. The proposed technical evaluation will be performed by combining the expertise, know-how, and knowledge of world leading experts coming from optical science, technology and industry, including femtosecond fibre optics, instrumental optics, astronomy, manufacturing, and marketing.

Coordinator: CNRS, France

CERN Contact: Jean-Pierre Koutchouk

EU funding: 0.5 M€ over 18 months

1 October 2011 - 31 March 2013