Exploring the feasibility of a stand alone muon facility for muSR research

The current paper discusses possible designs for a high
intensity stand alone muon source formuSR studies of condensed
matter. In particular we shall focus upon the potential
implementation of a new generation of high power but
relatively compact and cost effective proton drivers based
on non-scaling fixed field alternating gradient (ns-FFAG)
accelerator technology. The technical issues which must
be addressed are also considered.