Recently, ITER unveiled a series of images demonstrating the construction phases of its platform. Launched in 2007, the ITER platform platform has been meticulously documented by advanced aerial photography techniques, using everything from helium balloons to modern drones, providing a unique view of the development of this 42-hectare complex.
More than a decade of progress captured in images
Over the years, aerial photography experts and, on occasion, ITER staff have flown over the construction site, capturing detailed images with the help of helicopters, ultralight aircraft and drones. This method has made it possible to observe not only the expansion of the project, but also the intricate details of the construction from multiple perspectives.
How is the ITER project progressing?
The most recent photograph, taken last June, shows that after 14 years of continuous work, the structure has reached its “almost final appearance”. Civil works are complete, except for the hot cells and radioactive waste facility. hot cells and radioactive waste which will be added soon next to the Tokamak Tokamak complex .
Despite facing several significant delays and the experimental reactor not expected to be operational until 2034, ITER maintains an optimistic approach towards project completion. This progress is clearly evidenced by comparing photographs from different years, showing the evolution from March 2013 to December 2017.
The ITER platform in the future
With the progress so far visible and documented, ITER is moving ever closer to becoming a global science and engineering benchmark, with the promise of significantly advancing fusion energy research and development.
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Source and photos: ITER
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