Pelican, a robotic arm for loose parts removal

A1907

PELICAN is a device that allows the extraction of foreign material potentially present in the fuel assemblies, whatever its position. After a very fast installation of 30 minutes, the robot is able to extract foreign material on fuel assemblies in less than 15 minutes. Totally safe and controlled to use, PELICAN avoids any damage to the fuel assemblies. Its reduced dimensions make it easy to be transported directly to the fuel building through the auxiliary building.

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