Spin physics at A Fixed-Target ExpeRiment at the LHC (AFTER@LHC)

A. Rakotozafindrabe, M. Anselmino, R. Arnaldi, S. J. Brodsky, V. Chambert, J. P. Didelez, E. G. Ferreiro, F. Fleuret, B. Genolini, C. Hadjidakis, J. P. Lansberg, C. Lorce, P. Rosier, I. Schienbein, E. Scomparin, U. I. Uggerhoj

Published 2013-01-24Version 1

We outline the opportunities for spin physics which are offered by a next generation and multi-purpose fixed-target experiment exploiting the proton LHC beam extracted by a bent crystal. In particular, we focus on the study of single transverse spin asymetries with the polarisation of the target.