Multiplex Control and Monitoring of a Large Accelerator

A time-sharing pulse multiplex system is described which will perform most of the control and monitoring functions for the Cornell 10-GeV electron synchrotron. Beyond the reduction in the number of cable runs and the more compact presentation of data at the control desk made possible by this system, the control language is also suited for communication with a computer. Operation of the accelerator under computer control is envisaged.