This is presently the best available source on design and
optimization of particle factories using e e - circular
accelerators at the same time givingthe physical background
for their construction. It addresses scientists and graduate
students which is clearly reflected in its pedagogical
style. The book aims at summarizing all the currently
available knowledge on the motivation to construct particle
factories, the design considerations of each of the
different machine options including their lattices and
interaction regions, practical details of the major systems
constituting the machines, as well as a wide view of
possible factories worldwide. It is the most up-to-date and
unique collection of information of particle factories
presently available.