The Large Hadron Collider - Sean Carroll

Explore the world's largest and most complex scientific instrument in this 32-minute lecture on the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Delve into the pre-history of the LHC, learn about the Large Electron-Positron Collider, and discover how Lyn Evans led the LHC project. Understand the intricate workings of LHC magnets, examine various types of LHC detectors, including the Compact Muon Solenoid, and investigate collider experiments beyond protons. Gain insights into the challenges faced during the LHC's construction and grasp the importance of luminosity in particle physics. This lecture, part of the series on the Higgs Boson, provides a comprehensive overview of the groundbreaking machine that led to the discovery of the elusive Higgs boson particle.

Pre-History of the Large Hadron Collider LHC
Large Electron-Positron Collider
Lyn Evans Heads the LHC
How the LCH Magnets Work
Different Types of LCH Detectors
Compact Muon Solenoid
Beyond Protons: Other Collider Experiments
Challenges With Building the LHC
Why Luminosity Matters in Particle Physics