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Pipeline riser for floating platforms

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5933085

An unarticulated riser pipe for connecting a subsea pipeline to facilities on a floating platform. The riser pipe has a vertical section which is rigidly attached to a horizontal section which provides flexibility. Means are provided to maintain the tension on the vertical section. In one embodiment, a subsea frame aids in connecting the horizontal and vertical sections and then to set a limit on permitted motion of the riser pipe.

Assignee:
Standard Oil Co (Indiana)
Patent Number(s):
US 4290715
OSTI ID:
5933085
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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