Kaon Physics at BNL
arXiv:hep-ex/0205029 · doi:10.1016/S0920-5632(02)01711-5
Abstract
The rare kaon decay program at BNL is summarized. A brief review of recent results is provided along with a discussion of prospects for the future of this program. The primary focus is the two golden modes: k+->pnn and kl->pnn. The first step in an ambitious plan to precisely measure both branching ratios has been successfully completed with the observation of two k+->pnn events by E787. The E949 experiment is poised to reach an order of magnitude further in sensitivity and to observe ~10 Standard Model events.
6 pages, 4 figures, LaTeX, invited talk at the Fifth KEK Topical Conference on Frontiers in Flavor Physics; KEK, Tsukuba, Japan; November 20-22, 2001