Optimization and new applications of a magnetic trap for ultra-cold neutrons

We discuss some problems related to the physics and dynamic behavior of ultra-cold neutrons (UCNs) in a magnetic trap. First, we present the results of our computer simulations for the permanent-magnet neutron magnetic trap suggested by J.D. Bowman and P.L. Walstrom. We demonstrate how to optimize parameters in order to minimize the “cleaning time” in the trap. Next, we propose using a magnetic trap for UCNs as an ultrasensitive method, for measuring the neutron magnetic resonance. We also propose using this method to measure the decoherence time of the neutron spins and to measure more accurately the neutron gyromagnetic ratio.