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Design considerations, tooling, and equipment for remote in-service inspection of radioactive piping and pressure-vessel systems

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OSTI ID:5932235
This paper summarizes results obtained in use of remotely-operated nondestructive testing (NDT) equipment for inspection of reactor-system components. Experience obtained in operating the Fast Flux Test Facility (FFTF) has provided a basis for field verification of remote NDT equipment designs and has suggested development improvements. Remote Viewing and data gathering systems used include periscopes, borescopes, fiberscopes, hybrid borescopes/fiberscopes, and closed circuit television. A summary of design consideration for inspection equipment and power plant design is presented to achieve improved equipment operation and reduction of plant maintenance downtime.
Research Organization:
Hanford Engineering Development Lab., Richland, WA (USA); UNC Nuclear Industries, Inc., Richland, WA (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC06-76FF02170
OSTI ID:
5932235
Report Number(s):
HEDL-SA-2866; CONF-830607-23; ON: DE83016009
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English