Remotely operated, automatic contour mapping, machining and weld

Details Remotely operated, automatic contour mapping, machining and weld Remotely operated, automatic contour mapping, machining and weld

1994-12-27

1999-10-12

Gordon, Paul P.

Boots, shoes, and leggings

2940218, 219 2434, 228102, 228119, 376260, G06F 1900, B23K 3702

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059663081

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for upgrading/repairing existing piping systems of a nuclear reactor without removal/replacement of the old piping. The process involves the steps of machining a counterbore of exposed corrosion-susceptible material and then depositing a corrosion-resistant weld material, thereby isolating the weld joint from corrosion susceptibility. A tool is inserted into the inside diameter of the piping system through an inspection port, valve body or segment removal. Then a tool mounting fixture equipped with axial and rotational capabilities is positioned in relation to the weld joint and locked in place. The tool mounting fixture remains locked in place throughout the entire repair process. A work surface mapping module is programmed to first gather relative reference points throughout the entire repair region. Upon data acquisition completion, the system creates a map of the existing inside diameter configuration. Then in successive stages, a machining head module and a welding head module are respectively manually installed and remotely operated by computer control. The machining and welding processes follow the existing configuration such that upon completion, the final repair blends with the piping inside diameter contour.

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