A mechanical system for the positioning of accelerator magnets

A mechanical support and adjustment system was developed for the precise positioning of the SSC accelerator magnets. This "Ball/Roller" system was designed to be stable, truly kinematic and capable of accommodating a magnet's thermal expansion or contraction. The system's mechanisms are described in detail and its adjustment range, resolution and performance are discussed. Techniques for interfacing the system to magnets of various geometries are presented. A motorized version of the Ball/Roller system was also developed for applications which require magnets to be manipulated remotely. The design and performance of this motorized system are presented.<>