ITER Advances Robotics for Tokamak Assembly and Maintenance
ITER is integrating robotic systems for the assembly and maintenance of its tokamak's interior, essential for the project's progress. As it approaches the in-vessel component installation phase, the reliance on automation becomes critical due to high radiation levels preventing human access.

ITER is advancing towards the in-vessel component installation phase, necessitating the use of specialized robots and machine vision systems. These technologies are crucial as components, such as blanket manifolds and divertor cassettes, are too large and heavy for manual handling.
Robotic arms and manipulators will operate in confined spaces to ensure precise placement of multi-tonne parts. The project emphasizes the importance of these systems, which are designed for remote installation and maintenance, as direct human access will become impractical. The specific robotic systems to be deployed remain undecided, but the expectation is clear: robots will eventually build and maintain the machine.




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