linear accelerator

A linear accelerator, or linac, is a device that accelerates charged particles, like electrons or protons, to high speeds by using electromagnetic fields. It consists of a series of tubes or sections, where particles are increasingly pushed and accelerated in a straight line. Linacs are commonly used in medical treatments, such as delivering targeted radiation to treat cancer, and in research, like particle physics experiments. By increasing the energy of the particles, linacs enable scientists to investigate atomic and subatomic structures, contributing to advances in technology and our understanding of the universe.