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A new laser based inspection system (LIVVS) has been developed by ENEA for
periodic in-vessel inspection in large fusion machines. The design has been
taking into account the radiation levels, operating temperatures and press
ures forseen in large European fusion machines such as JET (Joint European
Torus) and ITER (International Thermo-nuclear Experimental Reactor). Tests
on the LIVVS mock-up are in progress in order to assess the mechanical, opt
ical and electronic performances, and so to measure the system accuracy. Fo
llowing a detailed mechanical description, preliminary results are reviewed
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