CMS Detector
About CMS
The Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) is a general-purpose detector at the LHC. It investigates a wide range of physics, including the Higgs boson, extra dimensions, and particles that could make up dark matter.
Key Facts
- Diameter: 15 meters
- Length: 21.6 meters
- Weight: 14,000 tonnes
- Started operation: 2008
- Major discovery: Higgs boson (2012)