Containment Technology by Hans-Jürgen Bässler & Frank Lehmann

Author:Hans-Jürgen Bässler & Frank Lehmann
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg, Berlin, Heidelberg

5.3 Manipulator

A manipulator is a device that transfers the movements of the fingers, hands, and arms over a defined distance. Master–slave manipulator systems (Fig. 5.7) are devices for remote handling of objects and tools in isolators and cabinets for the handling of hazardous materials in nuclear medicine, biotechnology, and nuclear technology. The master is the man-operated outside; the slave is inside the isolators where it continues the movements of the operator. The lead through the isolator is made gas-tight.

The manipulators can be operated electrically or mechanically. Tools, jaws, arms, and adapters as well as load hooks can be replaced as needed. The devices are developed for long life and durability.

Bar manipulators (Fig. 5.8), mostly in use with shielded plug and ball bushings, are used in cells for stationary boxes and protective walls. One can use them specially when processing radioactive materials in research, diagnostics, and therapy. They have a simple, ergonomically optimized grip and various grasping forceps or mounts. The gripping attachments can be changed easily by a quick release mechanism and are thus suitable to adapt various objects optimally.

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