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This work proposes a design for a robotic bolting tool to be used in the maintenance procedures for the installation of IFMIF-DONES (International Fusion Materials Irradiation Facility - DEMO Oriented Neutron Source). As it will have to work under radiation this paper presents an analysis of its radiation resistance. Specifically, the goal of the bolting tool developed in this contribution is the installation of a Quick Disconnection System (QDS). This is a device which firmly joins pipe flanches, which avoid cutting and welding operations.
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This work has been carried out within the framework of the EUROfusion Consortium, funded by the European Union via the Euratom Research and Training Program (Grant Agreement No 101052200 — EUROfusion). Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the European Commission can be held responsible for them.
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Ferre, M., Redondo, V., Barbosa, N., Espinosa, P., Sánchez-Urán, M.Á. (2024). Design and Radiation Resistance Analysis of a Robotic Bolting Tool Applied to IFMIF-DONES Maintenance. In: Secchi, C., Marconi, L. (eds) European Robotics Forum 2024. ERF 2024. Springer Proceedings in Advanced Robotics, vol 32. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-76424-0_2
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