Advanced Virgo Plus Upgrade for O5 Observing Run Detailed

This document provides an overview of the design, implementation, and expected performance of the Advanced Virgo Plus (AdV+) upgrades in preparation for the O5 observing run. The upgrades address limitations encountered during the O4 commissioning and operations, particularly those related to marginally stable recycling cavities. The revised upgrade strategy combines elements from the original AdV+ Phase II project with new design solutions, including the implementation of stable recycling cavities, a major modification to the central interferometer layout, and a comprehensive renewal of critical subsystems. The planned upgrades are organized in two steps, targeting progressive improvements in operational stability, noise reduction, and detector sensitivity. Key developments include new vacuum infrastructures, suspensions, mirrors, optical configurations, quantum noise reduction systems, and high-power laser technologies. The resulting configuration is expected to significantly enhance the interferometer performance, enabling a substantial increase in astrophysical reach and scientific return during O5. The focus on stable recycling cavities and comprehensive subsystem renewal highlights the commitment to maximizing the interferometer's sensitivity and reliability for the upcoming observing run.

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