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Constrained multi-objective shape optimization of superconducting RF cavities considering robustness against geometric perturbations

High current storage rings, such as the Z-pole operating mode of the FCC-ee, require accelerating cavities that are optimized with respect to both the fundamental mode and the higher order modes. Furthermore, the cavity shape needs to be robust against geometric perturbations which could, for example, arise from manufacturing inaccuracies or harsh operating conditions at cryogenic temperatures. This leads to a constrained multi-objective shape optimization problem which is computationally expensive even for axisymmetric cavity shapes. In order to decrease the computation cost, a global sensitivity analysis is performed and its results are used to reduce the search space and redefine the objective functions. A massively parallel implementation of an evolutionary algorithm, combined with a fast axisymmetric Maxwell eigensolver and a frequency-tuning method is used to find an approximation of the Pareto front. The computed Pareto front approximation and a cavity shape with desired properties are shown. Further, the approach is generalized and applied to another type of cavity.