IVVS – In-Vessel Viewing System
Dive into the heart of innovation and discover the exclusive demonstration of our IVVS prototype in action.
Faced with global energy challenges and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, research is turning towards solutions capable of producing clean, reliable, and sustainable energy. Among these, nuclear fusion stands out as one of the most promising, by replicating on Earth the natural phenomenon that powers the stars.
It is within this ambitious context that the ITER project takes place an international initiative aiming to demonstrate that it is possible to generate clean, safe, sustainable, and virtually inexhaustible energy, capable of powering the world with no CO₂ emissions or long-term radioactive waste. In short, ITER seeks to prove fusion’s potential as a sustainable energy solution.
To achieve this goal, the In-Vessel Viewing System (IVVS) is a critical diagnostic tool for the inspection and maintenance of the tokamak’s internal walls (the heart of the ITER reactor), which are exposed to extreme conditions.
This innovative system, designed and prototyped by Bertin Technologies for its client F4E (Fusion For Energy), allows for remote visualization and analysis of data from this robotic system, ensuring precise and safe monitoring of the plasma environment without direct human intervention. It detects potential degradation, deposits, or anomalies caused by successive fusion cycles and anticipates maintenance needs. Operators can control the IVVS remotely, view the collected images, and analyze the condition of critical surfaces safely, without in-situ contact with the tokamak’s extreme environment.
The IVVS thus contributes to the safety, performance, and durability of fusion operations by ensuring the long-term functionality of the tokamak.
Dive into the heart of innovation and discover the exclusive demonstration of our IVVS prototype in action:
Michael Walsh, member of ITER Organization, presents ITER’s main objectives and shares insights on the viability of our IVVS solution:
Greg Dubus, IVVS Project Manager at Fusion for Energy (F4E), discusses our collaboration and the challenges faced within the IVVS program:
