Case Study Name: Innovative Integrated Nuclear Decommissioning (IIND)
Client: Sellafield
Timeframe: xxx
Quality Requirement: Quality Grade X
Overview:
The project xxxx
BIDS (Barrnon Integrated Decommissioning System):
BIDS is a modular system purpose built for the decommissioning of active cells by deploying multiple end effectors. The hydraulically powered, mantis-like platform with a telescoping boom allows the operators to reach and decommission high-up vessels. A wide range of tools can be employed for specific deployments, including a 6kW laser with an onboard laser source and chiller mounted to the ROV. With the other arm manipulating a set of dedicated grippers for a range of pick and place functions. Its architecture is hardware-agnostic, enabling integration of leading robotic arms, grippers, sensors, specialist tools and Barrnon retrieval devices (Bladecutters) into a cohesive system.
BIDS is a heavy-duty platform that has been developed and refined since 20XX. BIDS has demonstrated semi-automated pick and place, waste segregation and delivery to containers compliant with industry Waste Acceptance Criteria, as well as semi-autonomous laser cutting for size reduction. BIDS uses a ROS2/Unity VR control methodology to ensure that when working remotely the operators can see all aspects of the environment better than a flat camera screen.
Unlike many tethered systems, Barrnon’s ROVs can be configured to operate without umbilicals, carrying on-board power with auto-recharge capability and secure, robust data communications for continuous operation in constrained and hazardous cells.
WHV (Waste Handling Vehicle):
The WHV is a robot that has been dedicated for lightweight work, such as, picking, sorting, and segregating waste, and can be operated in tandem with BIDS. The WHV can also be customised to use a range of tools and end effectors, Compared to BIDS and the Scabbler, the WHV is a lightweight ROV with a single arm and does not utilised outriggers, or a telescoping boom.
Contract Value: xxx
