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Title: Methods for protecting subsea pipelines and installations

Conference · · Newfoundland and Labrador Petrol. Dir. Prod.; ()
OSTI ID:5588420

The hazards for subsea pipelines and installations are described. Methods currently being used to protect subsea pipelines and installations are discussed with the emphasis on various trenching methods and equipment. Technical data on progress rates for trenching and feasible depths of trench are given. Possible methods for protection against icebergs are discussed. A case for more comprehensive data on icebergs is presented. Should a pipeline become damaged, repair methods are noted.

OSTI ID:
5588420
Report Number(s):
CONF-8102108-
Journal Information:
Newfoundland and Labrador Petrol. Dir. Prod.; (), Conference: Newfoundland and Labrador petroleum and transportation system for the Hibernia discovery symposium, St. John's, Newfoundland, 16 Feb 1981
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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