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This paper presents a new robotic heat treatment process designed to performed in situ interventions in hydroelectric turbine runners. Considering the down-time required to dismantle a turbine unit, most utilities perform in-situ inspections and interventions to address issues such as cavitation and cracking. Repairs are primarily done by welding. Lacking a solution to perform in situ heat treatment,...