Background
To improve the overall optical quality of underwater inspections, Westinghouse has developed an all-digital, high-definition, underwater inspection system to allow utilities to see what they have been missing.
Description
The Westinghouse BlueRad™ inspection camera system includes the following key features:
- Full 1920 x 1080 HD resolution
- Touch screen and manual controls
- Remote operations with any computer
- Built-in high definition H.264 encoding and image capture
- High intensity LED lighting that pans and tilts with the camera
- Four interchangeable lenses allow the operator to customize the zoom to the inspection conditions
- Underwater cable can be made up to 300’ in length
- Radiation tolerant up to 70,000 Rads of Co-60 equivalent exposure
BlueRad Inspection Camera System
Controller with External Monitor
- Outputs:
- HDMI: 1080P (digital)
- SDI: 1080P (digital)
- Component Video: 1080P (analog)
- Composite: 525 TV Lines (NTSC)
Benefits
Westinghouse strives to deliver on our goal of zero fuel leakers. The BlueRad inspection camera system enables utilities to prevent, identify and remove of debris.
Now, you can see what you have been missing, to assess that a clean, debris free core exists at the end of each refueling.
Deliverables
Westinghouse provides inspection services based on the needs of the individual utility. The inspections are adaptable to site conditions and specific customer needs. Ask us how we can provide this valuable service to your plant!
Experience
Westinghouse has combined the latest in optics technology with our extensive fuel inspection experience to build an innovative camera for your inspection needs.
Fuel Assembly Visual Exams
Spent Fuel and Core Gap Inspections
Core Plate Inspection
Upper Internals Inspection
BlueRad™ is a trademark or registered trademark of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, its affiliates and/or its subsidiaries in the United States of America and may be registered in other countries throughout the world. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
