Robotic system for process sampling

Conference · Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1985

OSTI ID:6409828

Dyches, G M

A three-axis cartesian geometry robot for process sampling was developed at the Savannah River Laboratory (SRL) and implemented in one of the site radioisotope separations facilities. Use of the robot reduces personnel radiation exposure and contamination potential by routinely handling sample containers under operator control in a low-level radiation area. This robot represents the initial phase of a longer term development program to use robotics for further sample automation. Preliminary design of a second generation robot with additional capabilities is also described. 8 figs.

• Research Organization: Du Pont de Nemours (E.I.) and Co., Aiken, SC (USA). Savannah River Lab.
• DOE Contract Number: AC09-76SR00001
• OSTI ID: 6409828
• Report Number(s): DP-MS-85-46; CONF-8511117-1; ON: DE86001967
• Resource Relation: Conference: 33. conference on remote systems technology, San Francisco, CA, USA, 11 Nov 1985; Other Information: Portions of this document are illegible in microfiche products
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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