The current strategy for joining ITER diverter cooling pipes is to conduct semi-automated autogenous Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding on thin-walled pipes using an inserted flat washer filler ring. In this approach, the positioning of the filler ring and the alignment the pipe stubs so far can only be achieved manually. However, it has limitatio…
Piping systems that transport coolant and breeding fluid are naturally an essential part of the support system of the nuclear fusion power plants. Following a campaign of operations, the reactor is required to be shut down and maintained entirely. Pipes connected to the reactor components are to be cut, re-welded or re-joined, and inspected non-des…
