CASTOR

CASTOR is a remote-controlled manipulator, designed for the inspection of VVER steam generator tubes with eddy current probes, ultrasound examination of collector welds and for tube plugging.
Key features
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applied for all steam generator VVER types
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modular design with modules for tube eddy current testing inspection, weld ultrasound/eddy current inspection and tube plugging
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easy modules exchange
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installation without personnel having to enter the steam generator
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real-time 3D visualization and inspection simulation
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log file generation via EddyOne Control
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machine vision
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power supply: 110/220 VAC, 50/60 Hz
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air supply: 5-8 bar
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operating voltage: 48 V
- fully integrated distributed control system (DCS)
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independent, high speed two axes movements: 3 r/min, 0.5 m/s
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position accuracy ±0.1 mm
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protection level up to IP 68
ET inspection module
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designed for eddy current inspections of VVER steam generator
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applies bobbin probes, rotating probes and array probes
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dual guide tube orientation in horizontal or vertical position
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calibration standards for array and bobbin probes integrated into the guide tubes
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two independent pushing units
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easy access to driving wheels pushing/pulling speed: 0.5 mm/s – 2600 mm/s
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pushing/pulling force up to 100 kg
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intelligent wheel drive
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emergency brake
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fully automated inspection
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integrated machine vision
UT inspection module
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designed for ultrasound inspection of VVER steam generator collector welds
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incorporates up to 8 ultrasound and eddy current probes
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module provides ultrasound inspection in the circular and axial direction
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independent water supply system
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operates underwater
SG tubes mechanical plugging module
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fast plug installation
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three simple installation steps: tube end rolling, tube rolling and mechanical plug installation
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plug removal possibility
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very good records in service life