working groups:

A. physics

Theory:
Tao Han, UWisc.
than@pheno.physics.wisc.edu

Exp_had:
Jianming Qian, UMich.
qianj@umich.edu

Exp_lep:
not identified yet
name@institute.gov.edu

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1. hadron-hadron: Investigate and document both standard model (SM) and beyond the Standard Model (BSM) processes of interest for a VLHC and an upgraded LHC. Exotic physics, a representative sample of more 'standard' BSM, and 'regular' processes should all be considered. Contrast these processes to those possible from an LHC high luminosity-decade. For LHC determinations, reference to existing Atlas and CMS literature is sufficient. Also, include possible opportunities in B physics beyond those likely from run II and LHC. (The charge specifically suggests 30-40 TeV and 100-200 TeV cm ranges.)

2. lepton-hadron: Investigate and document SM and BSM processes for a 1-1.5 TeV ep collider. Contrast with the results of a mature HERA (1 fb^-1) and a SLHC/VLHC (where appropriate). Investigate the physics potential of a i) 250 GeV (e) x 20 TeV (p) collider and ii) 500 GeV x 87.5 TeV

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benchmarks (B.)

wgP1
wgP2
wgP3
wgP5

- cross sections, SM
- cross sections, BSM
- writeup

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B. hadron benchmarks

BENCHMARKS HOMEPAGE

theory:
Fred Olness, SMU
olness@phyvms.physics.smu.edu

Exp_had:
Ashutosh Kotwal, Duke U.
kotwal@phy.duke.edu

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Work under the assumption that a VLHC or an SLHC will be only interesting if it is capable of a minimum enhancement over LHC for most SM and BSM reactions. Select a set of BSM and SM reactions and determine what enhancement factors over LHC--decade event samples would be required in order to create acceptably large total samples (VS) which would minimally justify a VLHC or SLHC. Calculate instantaneous luminosities which would be required at representative CM energies in order to match the VS sizes. Consider staging scenarios which are under consideration and evaluate the physics cases for each.

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physics (A.)
detectors (C.)
wgP5

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C. hadron detectors

convenors:

Exp_had:
Dmitri Denisov, Fermilab
denisovd@fnal.gov

Exp_had:
Mike Albrow, Fermilab
albrow@fnal.gov

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From the interaction region environments and bunch structure configurations advertised by wgM4 and the instantaneous luminosities determined by B. benchmarks group, investigate potential detector configurations which would be required for various CM energies, including the highest energy options. Consider the R&D requirements in order to successfully mount such experiments. Incorporate possible B physics detection needs as suggested by the physics discussion in both final and staged configurations. Include consideration of staging scenarios for the accelerator complex. Consider the effects of an upgraded LHC on the current suite of LHC experiments.

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- detector characterization
- R&D plan
- writeup

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D. lepton-hadron program

convenors:

Stephen Magill
srm@anl.gov

same as physics co-convenor:
Exp_lep:
not identified yet
name@institute.gov.edu

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Consider the physics opportunities of a lepton-hadron collider and how these opportunities might be realized in a possible polarized eRHIC facility and a lepton-hadron facility as a part of a staged or final version VLHC. Detector challenges should be considered including possible physics opportunities in the forward direction. Contrast these opportunities with the physics likely from existing facilities and identify R&D needs for a realization of future programs.

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