Energy Magazine June 2018 | Page 43

prevent manual access . Currently , decommissioning projects are the prime focus for robotics , with remote communication broadening the possibilities . Robots can be instructed across different sites and their ability to improve productivity and adapt to changing conditions can also be utilised in the build of new power stations .
How do you believe that the nuclear industry can be aided by digital processes and technology ? Which of this sector do you believe will change the most over the coming years ? And how ? Information management tools such as 3D CAD technology have massive potential for the nuclear industry . While an architect may be interested in precision drawings to provide a visual of the finished product , it ’ s the ability to share related data at different stages of development projects , through design , regulatory assessment , construction , operation and decommissioning , which holds the greatest value for the nuclear industry .
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