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In this talk, we will discuss the design and engineering of the cylindrical vessel outer shell for the proximity-focusing Ring Imaging Cherenkov (pfRICH) detector at the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC). The pfRICH serves as a critical particle identification subsystem, providing momentum coverage of up to 7 GeV/c for pions, kaons, and protons in the backward region of the upcoming ePIC experiment at the EIC.
We will highlight our innovative construction methods for the cylindrical vessel, which is composed of a carbon fiber honeycomb sandwich structure. This design not only ensures a lightweight and robust enclosure but also maintains gas and light tightness, essential for the detector's performance. Key project phases will be discussed, including mandrel assembly and the integration of carbon-fiber composites. Additionally, we will address the fabrication of the two carbon fiber composite plastic (CFRP) rings that will secure the entire assembly, ensuring its structural integrity and performance in the EIC environment.
