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21-02-2020 дата публикации

Элеватор универсальный для насосно-компрессорных труб и устьевых штанг с подэлеваторным буртом

Номер: RU0000196277U1
Автор: Александр Иванович Зародов, Андрей Рудольфович Векшин
Принадлежит: Александр Иванович Зародов, Андрей Рудольфович Векшин

Полезная модель относится к нефтегазодобывающей промышленности и предназначена для использования в процессе обустройства и капитальном ремонте скважин. Элеватор универсальный для насосно-компрессорных труб с подэлеваторным буртом содержит корпус с утолщением и площадкой, соединенный шарнирно с серьгой, челюсти со штоком для различных типоразмеров насосно-компрессорных труб и устьевых штанг, соединенные шарнирно, запорный механизм-рукоятку с подпружиненным рычагом, нижняя часть которого установлена в утолщении с возможностью поворота, при этом верхний конец рычага установлен в пазу подпружиненного фиксатора, установленного в верхней горизонтальной части рукоятки с возможностью взаимодействия с площадкой, а нижний конец рычага установлен в вертикальной части рукоятки, нижняя горизонтальная часть рукоятки выполнена полой для прохода в нее штока захвата, снабженного пазами для вхождения в них выступов рукоятки, в вертикальной части рукоятки установлен подпружиненный стопор, контактирующий с прямоугольным пазом, выполненным на штоке захвата. В подпружиненном стопоре перпендикулярно его оси установлен заподлицо с боковой поверхностью рукоятки резьбовой винт-указатель, проходящий через продольный сквозной паз, выполненный в вертикальной части рукоятки с левой стороны, при этом на поверхности около паза нанесена маркировка с рисками «Открыто» и «Закрыто», которая визуально отражает местоположение нижней кромки стопора при совмещении оси винта-указателя с той или иной риской. Конструктивное выполнение обеспечивает дополнительную визуальную защиту от недопустимого раскрытия челюстей, что обеспечивает повышение безопасности работы на скважине при выполнении спуско-подъемных операций. 3 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 196 277 U1 (51) МПК E21B 19/06 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E21B 19/06 (2019.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019126213, 19.08.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: ...

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Номер записи: 1
07-09-2021 дата публикации

Механизм подачи бурового станка

Номер: RU0000206342U1
Автор: Виталий Анатольевич Романович, Евгений Сергеевич Кренгольд, Николай Иванович Костюкович
Принадлежит: Открытое акционерное общество "ЛМЗ Универсал"

Полезная модель Механизм подачи бурового станка относится к горной промышленности, а именно к станкам шарошечного бурения, и может быть использована для бурения взрывных скважин на карьерах. Механизм подачи бурового станка содержит смонтированную в каркасе мачты с возможностью возвратно-поступательного движения головку бурового снаряда с приводом и опорным узлом и закрепленные на основании каркаса мачты гидроцилиндры подачи, канатно-полиспастную систему, соединяющую штоки гидроцилиндров подачи с головкой бурового снаряда. Гидроцилиндры подачи имеют в основании полую цилиндрическую часть с двумя соосными радиальными отверстиями, а основание каркаса мачты содержит опоры для установки гидроцилиндров подачи. Опоры выполнены в виде ступенчатого цилиндра со сквозным радиальным отверстием, радиальные отверстия опоры и установленного на нее гидроцилиндра подачи совмещены между собой и содержат палец, снабженный эксцентриковыми втулками, закрепленными на пальце разъемным соединением. Благодаря наличию в соединении эксцентриковых втулок исключается зазор между гидроцилиндром подачи и опорой, который обеспечивает работу механизма подачи как одно целое, тем самым значительно снижая ударные динамические нагрузки и вибрацию в механизме подачи бурового станка. При такой установке гидроцилиндров подачи на закрепленные опоры упрощается процесс монтажа и демонтажа механизма подачи бурового станка. 2 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 206 342 U1 (51) МПК E21B 19/08 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E21B 19/08 (2021.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2021106811, 15.03.2021 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Открытое акционерное общество "ЛМЗ Универсал" (BY) 07.09.2021 (45) Опубликовано: 07.09.2021 Бюл. № 25 2 0 6 3 4 2 R U (54) МЕХАНИЗМ ПОДАЧИ БУРОВОГО СТАНКА (57) Реферат: Полезная модель Механизм подачи бурового станка относится к горной ...

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Номер записи: 2
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Method of running a pipe string having an outer diameter transition

Номер: US20120061101A1
Автор: Donald E. Mosing, Jeremy R. Angelle, John E. Stelly
Принадлежит: Franks Casting Crew and Rental Tools Inc

One embodiment provides an adjustable guide 10 a to steer the end 90 of a pipe string 88 into position to be engaged and supported by a pipe gripping apparatus such as, for example, an externally gripping elevator assembly 10 . The adjustable guide 10 a may comprise a plurality of angularly distributed guide inserts 30 , each having a sloped surface 30 A to engage a pipe end 90 . Another embodiment provides an adjustable guide 60 a to steer a pipe connection into position to pass through a spider 60 . The guide inserts 30, 80 of an adjustable guide may be controllably positionable to together form a guide that is concentric with the bore of the tapered bowl of an elevator assembly or a spider. One embodiment comprises a guide insert retainer 11 having a plurality of channels 28 , each slidably receiving a guide insert 30 and positionable by rotation of a threaded shaft 40.

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Номер записи: 3
29-03-2012 дата публикации

Mud saver mat for rig floors and other areas

Номер: US20120073831A1
Автор: David Arp, Francis Paul Clements, Robert Gibbens
Принадлежит: QUALITY RENTAL TOOLS

Mats, pipe stands, and/or other structures, and methods for receiving fluid drained from one or more oilfield tubulars are described. Usable mats can include a base member at least partially impermeable to fluid from the oilfield tubulars, a first plurality of support arms secured to the top surface of the base member, and a second plurality of support arms intersecting the first plurality of support arms. The intersection between the pluralities of support arms defines openings through which fluid from oilfield tubulars supported on top of the support members or within the openings can drain, such that fluid from the tubulars does not spread on a rig floor or other surface beneath the base member. The base member and/or support arms are provided with a height and/or thickness adapted to support the weight of one or more oilfield tubulars placed thereon.

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Номер записи: 4
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Ice worthy jack-up drilling unit with telescoping riser

Номер: US20120125690A1
Автор: Dominique P. Berta, Peter G. Noble, Randall S. Shafer
Принадлежит: ConocoPhillips Co

The invention relates to an ice worthy jack-up rig that may extend the drilling season in shallow water off shore Arctic or ice prone locations. The inventive rig would work like a conventional jack-up rig while in open water with the hull jacked up out of the water. However, in the event of ice conditions, the legs are held in place by cans embedded in the sea floor to resist lateral movement of the rig and the hull is lowered into the water into an ice defensive configuration. The hull is specifically shaped with an ice-bending surface to bend and break up ice that comes in contact with the hull while in the ice defensive configuration.

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Номер записи: 5
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Riser Connector

Номер: US20120168172A1
Автор: Paul Anthony Hughes, Shaun Hugh Litherland
Принадлежит: First Subsea Ltd, Trelleborg Offshore Uk Ltd

A system for introducing upwardly a flexible member into a tubular fixed structure with a sleeve surrounding the flexible member in the region where the flexible member attaches to the tubular fixed structure. The system comprises means for enabling the flexible member to be drawn upwardly into a bore of the tubular fixed structure, said bore being defined by an inner surface of said tubular structure, clamping means on the sleeve temporarily clamping the sleeve and flexible member together, and release means on the sleeve adapted to automatically release the clamping means when the sleeve attains a fixed disposition with respect to the tubular fixed structure, such as to permit continued movement of the flexible member with respect to the sleeve. The clamping means comprise a plurality of locking dogs attached to and radially moveable with respect to the sleeve between an inner locking position in which they engage with the flexible member, and an outer release position in which they are disengaged from the flexible member. The release means comprises a latch ring disposed on a substantially cylindrical surface so that it may be deflected axially along said surface on contact between the sleeve and tubular fixed structure to permit release of said locking dogs.

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Номер записи: 6
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Marine riser tensioner

Номер: US20120207550A1
Автор: Bulent Aksel, Joseph William Pallini, Jr., Steven Matthew Wong, Tsorng-Jong Maa
Принадлежит: Vetco Gray LLC

A push-up tensioner for maintaining a tensile force in a riser having an axis couples to a floating platform and maintains the tensile force while the riser tilts variably from the vertical. The tensioner includes a plurality of cylinders having a lower end pivotally coupled to the deck. The cylinders are substantially perpendicular to the deck in the running position and at an angle to the deck in the tensioning position. After running of the riser, a placement assembly moves the cylinders from the running position to the tensioning position. A tensioner ring is run on the riser proximate to an upper end of the cylinders, and the cylinders are then automatically coupled to the tensioner ring.

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Номер записи: 7
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Apparatus and methods for limiting movement of gripping members

Номер: US20120312553A1
Автор: Donald E. Mosing, Jeremy Richard Angelle, John Erick Stelly
Принадлежит: Franks International LLC

Apparatus and method for limiting movement of gripping members of an elevator are provided. The apparatus includes a locking arm coupled to one or more of the gripping members and configured to move in a first direction when the gripping members move toward engagement with a tubular and to move in a second direction when the gripping members move away from engagement with the tubular. The apparatus also includes a first engagement member configured to move between a disengaged position, in which the first engagement member and the locking arm are relatively moveable, and an engaged position, in which the first engagement member allows the locking arm to move in the first direction but restrains the locking bar from moving in the second direction by more than a selected distance.

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Номер записи: 8
27-12-2012 дата публикации

Single upset landing string running system

Номер: US20120325496A1
Автор: Jeremy Richard Angelle, Robert Thibodeaux, JR., Tyler J. Hollier
Принадлежит: Franks Casting Crew and Rental Tools Inc

Systems, apparatus, and methods for longitudinally moving or running a tubular, with the system including an elevator suspended from a rig. The elevator includes a body defining a bore to receive a tubular and wedges defining channels therebetween, with the wedges being configured to engage the tubular. The system may also include a spider including a body defining a bore to receive the tubular and wedges defining channels therebetween. The wedges of the spider may be configured to engage the tubular, and the wedges of the elevator may be configured to slide axially at least partially in the channels of the spider. The wedges of the spider may be configured to slide axially at least partially in the channels of the elevator.

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Номер записи: 9
31-01-2013 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Continuous and Near Continuous Drilling

Номер: US20130025937A1
Автор: Erman Citirik, Paul Channon, Rick Pilgrim, Tommy Duc Vu
Принадлежит: Cameron Rig Solutions Inc

The present disclosure provides drilling and tripping equipment packages and control schemes and methods using two or more lifting systems that operate simultaneously and continuously in a synchronized manner such that the feeding of tubular into or out of a well bore is achieved with continuous or near continuous movement, without the need for periodic interruptions. The drilling and tripping equipment packages and control schemes are also able to rotate the tubular in the well bore with continuous speed and torque sufficient for both drilling and back-reaming operations. The drilling and tripping equipment package and control scheme is additionally able to circulate drilling fluid into the internal bore of the tubular with sufficient pressure and flow to facilitate both drilling and back-reaming operations, with minimal interruption to circulation.

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Номер записи: 10
07-02-2013 дата публикации

Method And System For Controlling A Well Service Rig Based On Load Data

Номер: US20130032358A1
Автор: Frederic M. Newman
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention is directed to methods for controlling the operations of a well service rig at a well site by evaluating load sensor data obtained from sensors on or associated with the well service rig. A rig load data chart can be reviewed and an average rig load can be determined for each pull of tubing or rods from a well. The average rig load can be used to calculate and set a rig overload level. If the rig load sensor reads a rig load at or above the rig overload level, the clutch for the hoist can be disengaged and the brake applied to prevent the load from either damaging the rig or breaking off the tubing or rods in the well. In addition, the rig load can be evaluated to determine when the limit the block speed when pulling rods or tubing.

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Номер записи: 11
14-03-2013 дата публикации

External grip tubular running tool

Номер: US20130062074A1
Автор: Donald E. Mosing, Jeremy R. Angelle, Robert L. Thibodeaux, Jr.
Принадлежит: Individual

A method for running a tubular string in wellbore operations according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure includes providing a tubular running tool comprising gripping assembly rotationally connected to a carrier, the gripping assembly comprising a body and slips; connecting the carrier to a quill of a top drive of a drilling rig; positioning an end of a tubular for gripping with the slips; actuating the slips into gripping engagement with the tubular; and rotating the tubular with the slips in gripping engagement therewith.

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Номер записи: 12
21-03-2013 дата публикации

TWO PIPE HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLING SYSTEM

Номер: US20130068490A1
Автор: CARLSON Robin W., OTIS Ryan D., Recker Clint M., Van Zee Michael D., WISNIEWSKI David
Принадлежит: Vermeer Manufacturing Company

The present disclosure provides a drill drive unit and drill string make up and break up unit with a method for use with a dual pipe drill string configuration. The drill drive unit is mounted to a single carriage and includes an outer drive spindle in a position fixed to the carriage with inner drive spindle configured to rotate independent of the outer drive spindle while being able to move longitudinally at least 12 inches relative to the outer drive spindle. The method involves connecting and disconnecting inner shafts and outer shafts of the dual pipe drill string. 1. A directional drill comprising: a vise assembly including a lower vise, an upper vise, and a middle vise, wherein at least the middle vise is configured to rotate about a longitudinal drill string axis;', 'a drive unit configured to move towards and away from the vise assembly in a longitudinal direction, wherein the drive unit includes an inner drive shaft and an outer drive shaft, wherein the inner and outer drive shafts are coaxially arranged and configured to rotate independent from each other, wherein the inner and outer drive shafts of the drive unit are configured to extend and retract relative to each other., 'a drill string drive assembly including2. The directional drill of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the lower vise claim 1 , upper vise claim 1 , and middle vise is configured to move in the longitudinal direction.3. The directional drill of claim 2 , further comprises a controller that controls the longitudinal position at least one of the lower vise claim 2 , upper vise claim 2 , or middle vise relative to the drill string.4. The directional drill of claim 3 , further comprising a plurality of position sensors that are operatively connected to the controller.5. The directional drill of claim 4 , wherein at least one of the plurality of position sensor senses the location of at least one of the upper vive claim 4 , lower vise claim 4 , or middle vise.6. The directional drill of ...

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Номер записи: 13
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Modular Apparatus for Assembling Tubular Goods

Номер: US20130075077A1
Автор: Henderson Kris, JR. Lee J., Matherne, Robichaux Lee M.
Принадлежит:

A modular pipe gripping assembly has a universal actuator assembly having a control fluid swivel. An external pipe gripping assembly can be attached to the actuator assembly for gripping the external surface of a section of pipe. Alternatively, the external pipe gripping assembly can be quickly and easily removed and replaced with an internal pipe gripping assembly for gripping the internal surface of a section of pipe. Control fluid pressure is trapped within the actuator assembly, but relieved from a fluid swivel, permitting high speed rotation of the modular pipe gripping assembly and preserving swivel seal life. 1. A modular pipe running assembly comprising: i) a control fluid swivel assembly having at least one fluid sealing element;', 'ii) a control manifold detachably connected to said swivel assembly for supplying control fluid to said swivel assembly;', 'iii) at least one fluid actuated piston;', 'iv) a check valve disposed between said swivel assembly and said at least one fluid actuated piston; and, 'a) a fluid operated actuator assembly adapted to be connected to a top drive assembly, said actuator assembly comprisingb) an interchangeable pipe gripping assembly connected to said actuator assembly, wherein said interchangeable pipe gripping assembly is actuated by said actuator assembly.2. The modular pipe running assembly of claim 1 , wherein said interchangeable pipe gripping assembly grips pipe on the external surface of said pipe.3. The modular pipe running assembly of wherein said interchangeable pipe gripping assembly grips pipe on the internal surface of said pipe.4. The modular pipe running assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a weight compensator.5. The modular pipe running assembly of claim 1 , wherein said check valve comprises a pilot-operated check valve having a control line claim 1 , wherein said control line is routed through said control manifold.6. A modular pipe running assembly comprising: [ aa) a swivel sleeve member having an ...

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Номер записи: 14
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for connecting tubulars using a top drive

Номер: US20130075113A1
Автор: Bernd-Georg Pietras
Принадлежит: Weatherford Lamb Inc

An apparatus for facilitating the connection of tubulars, said apparatus comprising a winch, at least one wire line, and a device for gripping the tubular, the arrangement being such that, in use, the winch can be used to winch said at least one wire and said device to position a tubular below said top drive.

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Номер записи: 15
28-03-2013 дата публикации

Adjustable fracturing head and manifold system

Номер: US20130076026A1
Автор: Kirk P. Guidry
Принадлежит: Cameron International Corp

An adjustable fracturing system is provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a fracturing manifold coupled to a fracturing tree having a fracturing head. The fracturing head includes an adjustable body that enables variation of a dimension of the body and facilitates connection of the fracturing manifold to the fracturing tree. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 16
25-04-2013 дата публикации

MANIPULATABLE SPIDER COMPONENTS ADAPTED FOR COOPERATION WITH A VERTICALLY RECIPROCATING CONTROL LINE GUIDE

Номер: US20130098606A1
Автор: Begnaud Brian David, Bouligny Vernon Joseph, Sibille Mark Stephen, Webre Charles Michael
Принадлежит:

A method and apparatus are provided for installing control lines and pipe into a well. The pipe-holding spider that is normally mounted on the rig floor is adapted for easy disassembly and reassembly when the pipe slips within the spider are not engaged with the outer surface of the pipe string so that upon disassembly, a control line guide becomes vertically movable. The control line guide is adapted for being controllably elevated to a distance above the rig floor, thereby providing personnel access to a portion of the length of the pipe string below the elevated control line guide and above the rig floor for securing control line to the pipe string using a fastener. 115-. (canceled)16. An system to attach a control line to a tubular member , the system comprising:a pipe engaging apparatus having an axis extending therethrough, the pipe engaging apparatus configured to engage an external surface of the tubular member such that the tubular member is supported by the pipe engaging apparatus;a control line passage formed within the pipe engaging apparatus; anda control line guide configured to secure a control line therein, the control line guide movable into and out of the control line passage.17. The system of claim 16 , wherein the control line guide is movable between a retracted position such that the control line guide is disposed within the control line passage of the pipe engaging apparatus and a raised position such that the control line guide is removed from the control line passage of the pipe engaging apparatus.18. The system of claim 16 , wherein the pipe engaging apparatus comprises a plurality of slip assemblies movably disposed therein.19. The system of claim 18 , wherein the slip assemblies are movable between an engaged position such that the slip assemblies engage the external surface of the tubular member and a disengaged position such that the slip assemblies are disposed apart from the external surface of the tubular member.20. The system of ...

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Номер записи: 17
25-04-2013 дата публикации

Soft Landing System and Method of Achieving Same

Номер: US20130098626A1
Автор: Pradeep Dhuper, Ronald Baker
Принадлежит: Vetco Gray LLC

A subsea wireline system for soft landing equipment during installation. The subsea soft landing wireline system includes coarse alignment members that can be part of a tree and interact with a funnel located on the equipment to be installed by the soft landing system. Smaller alignment members can provide fine alignment and also interact with a funnel located on the equipment to be installed. The funnels are used to trap sea water that provides a cushion for the equipment being installed. Once in alignment, trapped water can be released from the funnel or funnels via a restricted orifice and/or a control valve located on an ROV. The system achieves soft landing without the use of a running tool, thus reducing expense.

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Номер записи: 18
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Safety latch lock

Номер: US20130104367A1
Автор: II Lawrence E. Childress, Jeremy S. Granger
Принадлежит: Forum US Inc

Embodiments of the invention relate to apparatus and methods for a secondary safety device for use on elevators utilized to move casing, tubing, sucker rods, or other circular tools or members in the oil and gas industry. In one embodiment, a secondary latch lock mechanism for an elevator having a primary safety latch is provided. The secondary latch lock mechanism comprises a base portion that is fixed to a body of the elevator, and a handle movably fixed to the base portion and a first gear device by a biasing member, wherein the handle is movable to a first position proximate to the primary safety latch and a second position that is spaced away from the primary safety latch.

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Номер записи: 19
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Telescopic Elevator Bail, Vessel Comprising Such the Elevator Bail and Method of Using the Elevator Bail

Номер: US20130105168A1
Автор: Overland Morten
Принадлежит: SCAN TECH PRODUKT AS

A telescopic elevator bail is arranged to be able to be used dynamically in well operations in the petroleum industry. The elevator bail comprises a sleeve provided with a first attachment organ and a muzzle portion, and a rod arranged to be able to be displaced telescopically relative to the sleeve along the common longitudinal axis of the sleeve and the rod. The rod is provided with at least one through hole perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis of the rod and the hole is arranged to be able to accommodate an actuator actuable holding bolt. The sleeve is provided with at least one catch bolt. The catch bolt is provided with an inward projecting holding portion. The rod is provided with a first shoulder portion arranged to rest on the holding portion of the catch bolt when the sleeve and the rod exhibit their relatively longest longitudinal displacement. A method is for utilizing the elevator bail. 1. A telescopic elevator bail arranged to be able to be used dynamically in well operations in the petroleum industry , the elevator bail comprising a sleeve provided with a first attachment organ and a muzzle portion , and a rod arranged to be able to be displaced telescopically relative to the sleeve along the common longitudinal axis of the sleeve and the rod; and the rod being provided with at least one through hole perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis of the rod and the hole being arranged to be able to accommodate an actuator actuable holding bolt wherein the rod in its second end portion is provided with at least one first abutment portion and the sleeve is provided with at least one first contact portion arranged to be able to support the first abutment portion of the rod when the sleeve and the rod exhibit their longest relative longitudinal displacement.2. An elevator bail according to claim 1 , wherein said first abutment portion comprises a first shoulder portion claim 1 , and the sleeve is provided with at least one catch bolt; wherein the catch bolt ...

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Номер записи: 20
09-05-2013 дата публикации

PROCESS AND PROCESS LINE FOR THE PREPARATION OF HYDRAULIC FRACTURING FLUID

Номер: US20130112419A1
Автор: DeFOSSE GRANT TODD, McCORRISTON LOIS LOUISE
Принадлежит: Encana Corporation

A process and process line is provided for preparing a friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid at a central location which can be readily transported to an oil or gas well in a formation at a well site, comprising: preparing a mixture of polymer and water at the central location by shearing the polymer in the water in a high shear environment to create the friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid; pumping the friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid through a series of pumps and pipelines to the well site; and injecting the hydraulic fracturing fluid into the oil or gas well at a pressure sufficient to cause fracturing of the formation, 1. A process for preparing a friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid at a central location which can be readily transported to an oil or gas well in a formation at a well site , comprising:preparing a mixture of polymer and water at the central location by shearing the polymer in the water in a high shear environment to create the friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid;pumping the friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid through a series of pumps and pipelines to the well site; andinjecting the hydraulic fracturing fluid into the gas well at a pressure sufficient to cause fracturing of the formation.2. The process as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising adding additional water to the friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid prior to pumping it to the well site.3. The process as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising adding an additive to the friction-reduced hydraulic fracturing fluid prior to pumping it to the remote well site.4. The process as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the additive is selected from the group consisting of surfactants claim 3 , acids claim 3 , biocides claim 3 , HS scavengers claim 3 , scale inhibitors and Oscavengers.5. The process as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the polymer is selected from the group consisting of partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamides claim 1 , polyacrylamides and ...

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Номер записи: 21
09-05-2013 дата публикации

METHOD AND A SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING MOVEMENTS OF A FREE-HANGING TUBULAR

Номер: US20130112421A1
Автор: Pøhner Lars
Принадлежит: AKER MH AS

An apparatus for controlling movements of a free-hanging tubular suspended via at least a connector element by at least one compensator member connected to a buoyant vessel, the tubular extending into a body of water below the vessel. The apparatus includes a motion sensing device configured to sense movements of the compensator member and thus that of the vessel, and a position indicator device configured to sense the position of the connector element, and thus that of an upper region of the tubular, with respect to the compensator member. The apparatus further includes a data processor configured to determine one or more parameters regarding the movement between the vessel and the upper region of the tubular; and an adjusting device configured to control at least the stiffness and dampening of the compensator member; whereby the axial loads which are transferred between the compensator and the tubular may be controlled. 1. An apparatus for controlling movements of a free-hanging tubular in a soft hang-off mode suspended via at least a connector element by at least one compensator member which is connected to a buoyant vessel , said tubular extending into a body of water below the vessel , comprising:first sensing means for sensing dynamic and/or spatial parameters of the compensator member and thus that of the vessel;second sensing means for sensing dynamic and/or spatial parameters of the connector element, and thus that of an upper region of the tubular;data processing means for processing data supplied by said first and second sensing means and determining one or more parameters regarding the movement between the vessel and the upper region of the tubular; andadjusting means for controlling at least the stiffness and dampening of the compensator member,whereby the axial loads which are transferred between the compensator and the tubular may be controlled.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first sensing means comprises motion sensing means for sensing ...

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Номер записи: 22
09-05-2013 дата публикации

INJECTOR HEAD

Номер: US20130112433A1
Автор: ARMSTRONG Kenny, Johannessen Ole, Talgo Morten
Принадлежит:

An injector head for feeding a tool string support member downhole is described. The injector head includes a first gripping device and a second gripping device. The first and second gripping devices are adapted to grip a tool string support member passing through an injector head passageway. The injector head further includes an actuator movable between a first position and a second position wherein, movement of the actuator between the first and second positions moves at least a portion of both of the first and second gripping devices towards or away from a passageway longitudinal axis. 1. An injector head for feeding a tool string support member downhole , the injector head comprising:a first gripping device;a second gripping device, the first and second gripping devices adapted to grip a tool string support member passing through an injector head passageway;an actuator movable between a first position and a second position;wherein, movement of the actuator between the first and second positions moves at least a portion of both of the first and second gripping devices towards or away from a passageway longitudinal axis.2. The injector head of claim 1 , wherein the support member is a cable.3. The injector head of claim 2 , wherein the cable is wireline or slickline.4. The injector head of claim 2 , wherein the cable is a composite cable.5. The injector head of claim 1 , wherein the support member is a tubular claim 1 , such as a steel tubular or a composite tubular claim 1 , or a rod.6. (canceled)7. The injector head of claim 5 , wherein the rod is a composite rod.8. The injector head of claim 1 , wherein the support member is reelable.9. The injector head of claim 1 , wherein the gripping device portions are adapted to move along an axis perpendicular to the passageway longitudinal axis.10. The injector head of claim 1 , wherein the gripping device portions are adapted to move in a first plane claim 1 , the passageway longitudinal axis lying on said first plane. ...

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Номер записи: 23
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Seal configuration for top drive swivel apparatus and method

Номер: US20130126156A1
Автор: Kenneth G. Caillouet, Kip M. Robichaux, Terry P. Robichaux
Принадлежит: Mako Rentals Inc

For use with a top drive power unit supported for connection with a well string in a well bore to selectively impart longitudinal and/or rotational movement to the well string, a feeder for supplying a pumpable substance such as cement and the like from an external supply source to the interior of the well string in the well bore without first discharging it through the top drive power unit including a mandrel extending through a sleeve which is sealably and rotatably supported thereon for relative rotation between the sleeve and mandrel. The mandrel and sleeve have flow passages for communicating the pumpable substance from an external source to discharge through the sleeve and mandrel and into the interior of the well string below the top drive power unit. The unit can include a packing injection system and novel seal configuration.

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Номер записи: 24
23-05-2013 дата публикации

Wellbore tubular handling system

Номер: US20130126186A1
Автор: Michael James Kallal
Принадлежит: Michael James Kallal

A wellbore tubular handling system and method for moving tubulars into a wellhead. The wellbore tubular handling system includes a service rig including a transport chassis, a mast pivotally connected to the transport chassis and moveable between a storage position and an erected position and a block supported on the mast; an upper snubbing unit pivotally connected to the mast, the upper snubbing unit including a first driving ram and a second driving ram, each including a mounted end and an outboard end, each of the first driving ram and the second driving ram being connected at the pivotal connection to the mast adjacent their mounted ends and a travelling snubbing slip assembly mounted to the outboard ends of the first driving ram and the second driving ram and being drivable toward and away from the mounted ends by the first driving ram and the second driving ram; and a stationary snubbing slip assembly configured for connection to the wellhead.

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Номер записи: 25
23-05-2013 дата публикации

SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR HAVING DEPLOYABLE JAWS

Номер: US20130129466A1
Автор: Arceneaux Scott Joseph, Bouligny Vernon Joseph
Принадлежит:

The present invention provides an apparatus and a method for lifting a single joint of pipe. The single joint elevator of the present invention comprises, in one embodiment, a pair of deployable jaws cooperating with a pair of static jaws to secure a pipe within the slot of a generally horseshoe-shaped body. The deployable jaws of the single joint elevator of the present invention may be rotatably deployable or translatably employable, or both. In one embodiment, each jaw, including the static jaws and the deployable jaws, comprises a pipe slip movably disposed within the jaw to secure a pipe segment within the slot and to self-tighten as the weight of the pipe segment secured within the single joint elevator is transferred to the slips and the jaws. 122-. (canceled)23. An elevator configured to grip and lift a rigid shoulderless pipe segment having a substantially circular cross-section , the elevator comprising:a U-shaped body having a proximal end configured to receive an outer surface of the rigid shoulderless pipe segment and a distal end with a first prong and a second prong;a first deployable jaw coupled to the first prong of the U-shaped elevator; anda second deployable jaw coupled to the second prong of the U-shaped elevator;the first deployable jaw and the second deployable jaw configured to move between a removed position and a deployed position such that, in the deployed position, the first deployable jaw and the second deployable jaw are configured to engage the rigid shoulderless pipe segment.24. The elevator of claim 23 , wherein the first deployable jaw comprises a first pipe contact member and the second deployable jaw comprises a second pipe contact member.25. The elevator of claim 24 , wherein at least one of the first pipe contact member and the second pipe contact member comprises a slip.26. The elevator of claim 23 , further comprising:a first static jaw positioned in the proximal end of the U-shaped body; anda second static jaw positioned in ...

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Номер записи: 26
30-05-2013 дата публикации

CAPILLARY HANGER ARRANGEMENT FOR DEPLOYING CONTROL LINE IN EXISTING WELLHEAD

Номер: US20130133898A1
Автор: Cain Brandon, Calzoncinth Eric, Perez Paul, Travis Todd
Принадлежит:

To deploy a capillary string through a wellhead to a downhole safety valve, a control port and a retention port are drilled in an adapter between a casing hanger and a gate valve or elsewhere. The capillary string is connected to a first port of a capillary hanger and installed through the wellhead. The capillary hanger is landed on a tubing hanger, and a side port on the capillary hanger communicates with the control port. Because the side port's location may not align with the control port, operators may need to measure how long the capillary hanger should be. A control line connects to the control port in the wellhead's side to communicate with the capillary line, and a retention rod inserts in the retention port to support the capillary hanger. 1. A wellhead capillary string deployment method , comprising:installing a gate valve seat in a gate valve of a wellhead, the gate valve seat defining a flow passage for the gate valve and defining an internal passage;attaching a capillary string to the internal passage in the gate valve seat; andcommunicating the internal passage in the gate valve seat with a control line port defined in the gate valve.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein communicating the internal passage in the gate valve seat with the control line port in the gate valve comprises:installing a bonnet on the gate valve, the bonnet defining the control line port; andcommunicating the internal passage with the control line port defined in the bonnet.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein installing the bonnet comprises:tapping the control line port in the bonnet used on the gate valve; orreplacing an existing bonnet of the gate valve with the bonnet defining the control line port.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein communicating the internal passage with the control line port defined in the bonnet comprises installing a line that connects to a port of the internal passage and that extends through the gate valve to the control line port defined in the bonnet.5. ...

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Номер записи: 27
27-06-2013 дата публикации

FLEXIBLE ROUTING DEVICE FOR WELL INTERVENTION

Номер: US20130160988A1
Автор: AARSLAND Tore, ARMSTRONG Kenny, BJØRNENAK Mats
Принадлежит: C6 TECHNOLOGIES AS

A conduit device for a petroleum well intervention string includes a first end connected to an intervention string drum unit with a drum and a second end connected to an injector head of a wellhead assembly. The conduit device, at any point between said first end and said second end, has a radius of curvature larger than or equal to a given smallest allowable radius of curvature for the intervention string. The conduit device forms a substantially incompressible fixed length path for the portion of said intervention string at any time present between the first end and the second end. The conduit device constitutes a tubular path for the intervention string. 1. A conduit device for a petroleum well intervention string , comprisinga first end connected to an intervention string drum unit with a drum,a second end connected to an injector head of a wellhead assembly characterised bysaid conduit device at any point between said first end and said second end having a radius of curvature larger than or equal to a given smallest allowable radius of curvature for said intervention string;said conduit device forming a substantially incompressible fixed length path for the portion of said intervention string at any time present between said first end and said second end;said conduit device constituting a tubular path for said intervention string.2. The conduit device of claim 1 , comprising one or more sections of straight pipe of extensive length.3. The conduit device of claim 1 , at any point between said first end and said second end having a radius of curvature larger than or equal to a given smallest allowable radius of curvature for said intervention string.4. The conduit device of claim 1 , comprising one or more pipe bend of fixed curvature.5. The conduit device of claim 1 , said conduit device being laterally flexible along at least a portion of its path between said first end and said second end.6. The conduit device of claim 1 , comprising one or more ball-and- ...

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Номер записи: 28
27-06-2013 дата публикации

Drum unit for a well intervention string

Номер: US20130161441A1
Автор: Erik Zachariassen, Kenny Armstrong, Mads BJØRNENAK, Rune MOEN, Tore AARSLAND
Принадлежит: C6 TECHNOLOGIES AS, Stimline AS

A drum unit for an intervention string for a well includes a drum with a radius for the intervention string, arranged in a structural frame and rotatable by a motor, the drum being arranged translating along a drum axis and driven by a translation motor, for controlled winding of the intervention string onto the drum relative to a first, fixed guide in the structural frame. A compensator includes a guide arch, the guide arch being displaceable in a direction orthogonal to the drum axis using a force device at the structural frame. The intervention string runs between the guide arch and the first fixed guide to or from a first end of the guide arch to the drum. The intervention string runs via a second, opposite end of the guide arch via a second, fixed guide at the structural frame, to or from the well.

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Номер записи: 29
04-07-2013 дата публикации

DAMPING SLEEVE AND ANCHORING METHOD

Номер: US20130168103A1
Автор: BATISTA DE BARROS Sergio
Принадлежит: PETROLEO BRASILEIRO S.A. -PETROBRAS

The present invention relates to an accessory device which comprises a damping sleeve (), which is coupled to a bend stiffener (), capable of acting in the anchoring operation of a riser () so as to eliminate the need for fuse cables and safety straps, the need to use a team of divers, and to guarantee the implementation of the operation in all sea conditions. 1101101310011011111213011110141121121011121203130112130110100100111110140- DAMPING SLEEVE , characterised in that it comprises a bipartite structure with a cylindrical shape , provided with a core () which extends coaxially from one end to the other of said structure , the core () having a substantially cylindrical shape , with a diameter which is equal to or greater than the external diameter of the riser () , the structure of the damping sleeve () is demarcated in specific tracts , namely: a main body () which comprises an upper part () and an intermediary part () , and , a lower tract formed by a damping ring (); the upper part () having its own core () with a conical shape equivalent to that of the lower external end of the bend stiffener () , in which it is directly encased , and the intermediary part () is provided with a cavity (′) along the whole internal circumference of its core (); said cavity (′) , in turn , is provided with a compression plug () , firmly fitted to the riser (); the lower tract , formed by a damping ring () , is directly fixed on the lower end of the intermediary part (); said damping ring () follows the shape of the main body () of the damping sleeve () and has a length which is equivalent to at least ⅓ of the total length of the damping sleeve (); the upper part () of the main body () is also provided with four lugs () , distributed equally around its external edge.2111112100- DAMPING SLEEVE claim 1 , according to claim 1 , characterised in that the upper part () and the intermediary part () are both formed from metallic material capable of supporting all of the various forces to ...

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Номер записи: 30
04-07-2013 дата публикации

PIPE DRIVE SEALING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20130168106A1
Автор: Bowley Ryan Thomas, Greening Doug, Leman Michael Everett, Yajure Edgar Fernando
Принадлежит: Tesco Corporation

Present embodiments are directed to a gripping device configured to couple with a pipe element. A housing of the gripping device is configured to extend over and at least partially around a distal end of the pipe element. Torsional clamp devices are configured to engage an outer circumferential surface of the pipe element with frictional engagement features that extend radially inward from the housing. A sealing mechanism is configured to shift a pipe seal relative to the housing and into engagement with the distal end of the pipe element and to facilitate fluid flow through the gripping device into the pipe element. 1. A pipe drive system , comprising:a gripping device configured to couple with a pipe element;a housing of the gripping device configured to extend over and at least partially around a distal end of the pipe element;torsional clamp devices configured to engage an outer circumferential surface of the pipe element with frictional engagement features that extend radially inward from the housing; anda sealing mechanism configured to shift a pipe seal relative to the housing and into engagement with the distal end of the pipe element and facilitate fluid flow through the gripping device into the pipe element.2. The system of claim 1 , comprising integral elevators configured to radially engage an outer circumferential and conical area of a tool joint of the pipe element to establish support for a pulling load without establishing a threaded engagement with threads of the pipe element.3. The system of claim 2 , comprising an elevator support hingedly coupled to links of the integral elevators and configured to move along a rotational axis of the gripping device into a position adjacent elevator blocks of the integral elevators claim 2 , wherein the links are configured to translate motion of the elevator support into radial motion of the elevator blocks.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the integral elevators comprise biasing mechanisms configured to ...

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Номер записи: 31
11-07-2013 дата публикации

BOOM MOUNTED COILED TUBING GUIDE AND METHOD FOR RUNNING COILED TUBING

Номер: US20130175048A1
Автор: GOODE John E., Lu Mike Xiaolei
Принадлежит: NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO, L.P.

A coiled tubing support guide for maintaining an arch in a length of coiled tubing as it is unwound from a storage reel and feed into a coiled tubing injector connected with a wellhead is mounted to an elongated support structure rather than to the coiled tubing injector. The elongated support structure bears a load created by tension placed on the coiled tubing by the reel, thereby avoiding putting a bending moment on the wellhead. In alternate embodiment, a coiled tubing injector being held by a hoist line from the elongated support structure is coupled to the elongated support structure with a bending-resistant coupling that permits relative rotation of the coiled tubing injector. 1. An apparatus for coupling a coiled tubing injector from a boom or mast for positioning the coiled tubing injector above a wellhead , comprisinga first structure, adapted for connecting to a coiled tubing injector unit, comprising a first coupling member having an opening with a cylindrically shaped inside surface;a second structure adapted for connecting to an end of the elongate support, the second structure comprising a second coupling member having cylindrically shaped outer diameter for positioning within, and closely fitting against, the cylindrically shaped inside surface of the opening in the first coupling member, the second coupling member having an opening through which a line may pass for connection to the first structure.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first and second coupling members are elongated and free to move with respect to each other claim 1 , without decoupling claim 1 , a predetermined distance along an along an axis that is coincident with a center axis of both the cylindrically shaped inner surface of the opening in the first coupling member and the cylindrically shaped outer surface of the second coupling member.3. The apparatus of any one of claim 1 , wherein the second structure is adapted for connecting to a sheave axle on the boom or mast.4. An ...

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Номер записи: 32
01-08-2013 дата публикации

PASSIVE OFFSHORE TENSION COMPENSATOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130192844A1
Автор: JR. Peter, Mandrou Laure, Nellessen, Rytlewski Gary L.
Принадлежит: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION

A tensions compensator assembly for a slip type joint in an offshore work string. The assembly includes a chamber at the joint which is constructed in a manner to offset or minimize a pressure differential in a production channel that runs through the work string. Thus, potentially very high pressures running through the string are less apt to prematurely force actuation and expansiveness of the slip joint. Rather, the expansive movement of the joint is more properly responsive to heave, changes in offshore platform elevation and other outside forces of structural concern. 1. A passive compensating joint assembly for deployment in an offshore environment , the assembly comprising:a first tubular portion for coupling to an offshore platform at a sea surface;a second tubular portion for coupling to a well at a seabed; anda compensation chamber defined by said tubulars at an expansive coupling interface therebetween, said chamber for minimizing a pressure differential relative an adjacently disposed production channel through the assembly and in communication with the well.2. The assembly of further comprising a pressure actuated chamber barrier for isolating said compensation chamber in advance of the minimizing.3. The assembly of wherein said production channel is of a given pressure and said isolated compensation chamber is pre-charged to a chamber pressure based on the given pressure.4. The assembly of wherein said chamber barrier is a rupture disk.5. The assembly of further comprising a spring at the coupling interface between said portions for regulating expansive movement therebetween.6. The assembly of wherein said spring is a gas spring.7. The assembly of wherein said gas spring comprises an isolated chamber of compressible nitrogen.8. The assembly of further comprising a locking mechanism at the coupling interface between said portions to prevent premature expansive movement therebetween.9. An offshore production assembly comprising:a well at a seabed;an ...

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Номер записи: 33
01-08-2013 дата публикации

Device and Method for Drilling with Continuous Tool Rotation and Continuous Drilling Fluid Supply

Номер: US20130192895A1
Автор: Grinrød Mads, Krohn Helge, Skjaerseth Odd B.
Принадлежит: West Drilling Products AS

A device is for a drilling rig for forming of a bore hole in a subterranean structure. The drilling rig comprises a first, top driven drilling machine arranged vertically displaceable along a guide track, where a second drilling machine is arranged between the first drilling machine and the bore hole, vertically displaceable along a guide track and provided with a rotary table arranged to be able to take the weight of a pipe string. A rotary drive unit is arranged for continuous rotation of the pipe string. A fluid chamber is arranged to, in a fluid communicating way, be able to connect a pipe string end portion with a drilling liquid plant. As the fluid chamber is provided with pipe string ports comprising means arranged to, in a fluid sealing way, be able to close the pipe string ports. A power tong is arranged for continuous rotation of an element connected to the pipe string, as the power tong is arranged in the fluid chamber. Also, a method is for drilling with continuous tool rotation and continuous drilling liquid supply. 1. A system for forming of a bore hole in a subterranean structure , the system comprising:a first, top driven drilling machine arranged vertically displaceable along a guide track;a second drilling machine arranged between the first drilling machine and the bore hole and being vertically displaceable along a guide track;wherein the second drilling machine comprises a rotary table arranged to be able to carry the weight of a pipe string, a rotary drive unit arranged for continuous rotation of a pipe string, and a fluid chamber arranged to in a fluid communicating manner to be able to connect a pipe string end portion with a drilling liquid plant;wherein the fluid chamber comprises pipe string ports comprising means arranged to in a fluid sealing way, be able to close the pipe string ports;wherein the second drilling machine further comprises a power tong arranged to be able to connect and disconnect an element to and from the pipe string; ...

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Номер записи: 34
01-08-2013 дата публикации

SEAFASTENING APPARATUS FOR A TENSIONER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130195559A1
Автор: Andresen Kurt, Bendiksen Rolf, Pøhner Lars
Принадлежит: AKER MH AS

A seafastening apparatus includes a movable frame having an opening configured for receiving and at least partially supporting an equipment unit. A locking device is configured for selective locking and releasing of the equipment unit and hence controlling lateral movements of the equipment unit relative to the apparatus. The locking device includes wires configured for connection to the equipment unit and tensioners configured for controlling the tension in each wire, and a pair of extendible and retractable arms are configured for conveying and guiding at least on of the wires. 18-. (canceled)9. A seafastening apparatus , comprising a movable frame having an opening configured for receiving and at least partially supporting an equipment unit via support regions on the seafastening apparatus , and by locking means configured for selective locking an releasing of the equipment unit and hence controlling lateral movements of the equipment unit relative to the apparatus , wherein the locking means comprise wires configured for connection to the equipment unit and tensioners configured for controlling the tension in each wire.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , further comprising a pair of extendible and retractable arms claim 9 , each arm configured for conveying and guiding at least one of the wires.11. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the opening is defined by the support regions in the frame claim 9 , said regions being shaped complementary with a corresponding portion of the equipment unit.12. The apparatus of claim 9 , further comprising fastening lugs for connection between the frame and selected portions of the equipment unit.13. The apparatus of claim 9 , further comprising frame motion means and fixing means claim 9 , whereby the apparatus is movable on a supporting surface and is releasably lockable with respect to the supporting surface.14. The apparatus of claim 13 , wherein the motion means comprises wheels for interaction with rails and drive units.15. The ...

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Номер записи: 35
15-08-2013 дата публикации

System for Drilling a Borehole

Номер: US20130206386A1
Автор: Bailey Thomas F., Chambers James W., Wagoner Danny W.
Принадлежит: WEATHERFORD/LAMB, INC.

A rotating control device is remotely hydraulically latched and unlatched with a docking station housing for use and removal, respectively. The system and method allows for interactive lubrication and cooling of the rotating control device, as needed, along with a supply of fluid for use with an active seal. A first sensor and a second sensor can be used to detect temperature, pressure and density of the supplied fluid at different locations and this data can be compared using a central processing unit (CPU). Also, a sensor can be used to detect the revolutions per minute of a rotating seal of the rotating control device and fluid can be provided to the rotating control device responsive to the detected revolutions per minute. 1. System for drilling a borehole , comprising:a riser positioned above the borehole;a housing having a first channel and positioned above said riser;a rotating control device having a first channel removably aligned with said housing first channel and configured to communicate a first fluid; anda hydraulically activated latching assembly configured to remotely latch said rotating control device with said housing.2. The system of further comprising:a second channel in said rotating control device configured to communicate a second fluid between said housing and said rotating control device.3. The system of further comprising:a first sensor configured to sense said rotating control device while aligned with said housing.4. The system of further comprising:a valve configured to control the flow of the first fluid between said rotating control device first channel and said housing first channel.5. The system of further comprising:a sensor configured to sense data of the first fluid moving between said rotating control device and said housing.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein said data is configured to be transmitted to a remote location and configured to provide interactive operation of said valve.7. The system of wherein said first sensor ...

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Номер записи: 36
15-08-2013 дата публикации

Method and system for performing well operations

Номер: US20130206418A1
Автор: Antony D. Muff, Arnt Ove Pettersen
Принадлежит: FMC Kongsberg Subsea AS

The present invention relates to a method for performing well operations from a floating installation comprising a high pressure riser ( 8 ) connected to the floating installation through a tension system, and where the riser comprises a housing ( 18 ) with an internal diameter larger than an internal diameter of the riser and connected at the top of the riser, where it for performing operations is made an assembly ( 15 ) comprising a desired numbers of modules for use in a specific operation, the modules are assembled at the installation, then positioned in the housing and the operation is performed through the assembly.

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Номер записи: 37
15-08-2013 дата публикации

Drilling System and a Device for Assembling and Disassembling Pipe Stands

Номер: US20130206478A1
Автор: Abrahamsen Bjorn, Haavind Erik, Johansson Magnus, Moen Trond Werner, Selzer Per Andre, Webb Jonathan Garrick
Принадлежит: NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO NORWAY AS

A system for storing one or more tubulars comprises a drilling deck including a hole offset from a wellbore centerline. In addition, the system comprises a rack unit coupled to the drilling deck and extending downward from the hole in the drilling deck. The rack unit comprises a tubular housing having a longitudinal axis, an upper end, and a lower end opposite the upper end. The rack unit also comprises a first rack disposed within the body, wherein the first rack is moveably coupled to the body. 1. A rack unit for storing one or more tubulars through a hole offset from a wellbore centerline on a drilling deck , the rack unit comprising:a tubular housing having a longitudinal axis, an upper end, and a lower end opposite the upper end, wherein the tubular housing defines a loading/unloading position for one or more tubulars;a first rack disposed within the housing, wherein the first rack is moveably coupled to the housing;a second rack disposed within the housing, wherein the second rack is moveably coupled to the housing;wherein the first rack is configured to move between the loading/unloading position and a first storage position laterally offset from the loading/unloading;wherein the second rack is configured to move independent of the first rack between the loading/unloading position and a second storage position laterally offset from the loading/unloading position and laterally offset from the first storage position.2. (canceled)3. The rack unit of claim 1 , wherein the tubular housing of the rack unit is stationary with respect to the drilling deck.4. The rack unit of claim 1 , wherein the rack unit further comprises:an elevator disposed in the housing, wherein the elevator is configured to be moved axially up and down relative to the housing.5. The rack unit of claim 1 , wherein the first rack is pivotally coupled to the housing and is configured to rotate about a first axis that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the housing and radially offset from the ...

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Номер записи: 38
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Tubing Apparatus and Associated Methods

Номер: US20130213662A1
Автор: Colin Nicol, Leigh Beck
Принадлежит: Helix Energy Solutions UK Ltd

A coiled tubing lifting frame ( 10 ) for deploying coiled tubing in a riser ( 32 ). The coiled tubing lifting frame ( 10 ) comprises a coiled tubing injector ( 12 ) and the frame ( 10 ) is configured to position the coiled tubing injector ( 12 ) relative to a support ( 44 ). The coiled tubing lifting frame ( 10 ) is configured to support the riser ( 32 ). Methods of deploying a riser ( 32 ) and coiled tubing in a riser ( 32 ), including supporting the riser ( 32 ) with a coiled tubing lifting frame ( 10 ).

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Номер записи: 39
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Longitudinal Positioning Tool for a Rod String

Номер: US20130220592A1
Автор: Tucker Shayne L.
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A positioning tool longitudinally positions a rod string relative to a tubing string while the rod string remains by a drive head. An upper hollow shaft member of the tool is fixed to the rod string by a rod clamp while a lower hollow shaft member is slidably coupled to the upper hollow shaft member such that the upper and lower hollow shaft members are rotatable together and longitudinally adjustable relative to one another. The bottom end of the lower hollow shaft member is arranged to be coupled to the rotatable output of the drive head. A hydraulic lifting assembly is coupled between the upper and lower shaft members to hydraulically control the longitudinal position of the rod string and upper shaft member relative to the tubing string and the lower shaft member. 1. A positioning tool for longitudinally positioning a rod string supported to rotate within a tubing string by a drive head with a rotatable output supported above the tubing string , the tool comprising:a rod clamp arranged to be clamped about the rod string at a location spaced above the drive head;an upper hollow shaft member arranged to be fixed to the rod clamp so as to be arranged to receive the rod string therethrough and be arranged to rotate with the rod string;a lower hollow shaft member slidably coupled to the upper hollow shaft member such that the upper and lower hollow shaft members are rotatable together with one another and are longitudinally adjustable relative to one another, the lower hollow shaft member having a bottom end arranged to be coupled to the rotatable output of the drive head; a lower portion arranged to be supported above the tubing string;', 'an upper portion arranged to support the upper hollow shaft member and rod clamp thereon;', 'the upper portion being coupled to the lower portion so as to be longitudinally movable relative to the lower portion between a retracted position in which the rod clamp is supported thereon at a first elevation relative to the tubing ...

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Номер записи: 40
29-08-2013 дата публикации

SUBSEA ORIENTATION AND CONTROL SYSTEM

Номер: US20130220625A1
Автор: Billington Anders, Sovik Christen, Synnes Are
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A tool for subsea installation and testing of wellhead modules such as Xmas trees and similar equipment, from a ship using a ship crane. The tool includes a subsea unit that includes a connector for releasable connection to subsea wellhead modules or equipment, means for positioning and means for testing, and a connector for electric power and electric and/or optical control. 1. A tool for subsea installation and testing of wellhead modules such as Xmas trees and similar equipment , from a ship using a ship crane , the tool comprising:a subsea unit comprising a connector for releasable connection to subsea wellhead modules or equipment;means for positioning; andmeans for testing; anda connector for electric power and electric and/or optical control.2. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the tool has no supply of hydraulic liquid or gas via umbilical or other pressure line from the surface claim 1 , as only electric power and electric and/or optical control signals are transferred between the surface position and the wellhead area.3. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the tool comprises means for connecting the subsea unit to an ROV (remotely operated vehicle) for power and control of the subsea unit from a topside control unit via the ROV and its umbilical.4. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the means for positioning comprises thrusters integrated in the tool and thrust force applied from optional docked ROV's claim 1 , in addition to a crane on the ship.5. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the subsea unit comprises means for determining the position and orientation claim 1 , comprising a gyro in the subsea unit claim 1 , the positioning system of an optionally connected ROV claim 1 , and optional further position sensors in the subsea unit claim 1 , wellhead modules and equipment claim 1 , and wellhead instrumentation claim 1 , and optional cameras on the tool and wellhead modules or equipment.6. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 41
05-09-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR, AND METHOD OF, LANDING ITEMS AT A WELL LOCATION

Номер: US20130228339A1
Автор: Adams Burt A., Henry Norman A.
Принадлежит: ARCHER RENTAL SERVICES, LLC

An apparatus for, and method of, lowering items from a drilling rig to a well located below it through the use of a landing string comprised of drill pipe having an enlarged diameter section with a shoulder, in combination with upper and lower holders having wedge members with shoulders that engage and support the drill pipe at the shoulder of the enlarged diameter section, the shoulder of the drill pipe and the shoulders of the wedge members being rotatable with respect to each other. 1. A method of landing items at a well location , comprising the steps of:a) positioning a drilling rig above a well location, the drilling rig having a landing string that is comprised of a number of joints of drill pipe that generate a huge tensile load, and a holder that holds a joint of drill pipe in the landing string for supporting the landing string;b) attaching an item to the lower end of the landing string and lowering the landing string such that it spans the distance between the drilling rig and the well location;c) wherein the holder, and the joint of drill pipe that is held by the holder, are configured to support the tensile load of the landing string with correspondingly shaped shoulders that engage when the holder holds the joint of drill pipe;d) wherein the shoulder of a plurality of the joints of drill pipe have an angle of taper between about 45 and about 65 degrees.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the shoulders are rotatable with respect to each other regardless of the distance between said shoulders.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein in step “d” the angle of taper is between about 47 and about 63 degrees.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein in step “d” the angle of taper is between about 49 and about 61 degrees.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein in step “d” the angle of taper is between about 51 and about 59 degrees.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein in step “d” the angle of taper is between about 53 and about 57 degrees.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein in step ...

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Номер записи: 42
05-09-2013 дата публикации

Offshore System with Subsea Riser

Номер: US20130230358A1
Автор: Cain David, Chou Shian J., Puccio William F.
Принадлежит: Cameron International Corporation

An offshore system with a subsea riser, including a floating platform and a subsea riser made up of sections of pipe. A riser tension system compensates for movement of the platform while providing tension to the riser. At least two of the riser sections are connected with a connector such that a portion of the riser is able to be placed in compression without buckling. 1. An offshore system for a subsea well , including:a subsea riser including sections of pipe;a riser tension system capable of dynamically compensating for movement while providing tension to the riser; andat least two of the riser sections being connected with a connector such that a portion of the riser is able to withstand a compressive load.2. The system of claim 1 , further including multiple connectors.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein connectors connect sections of the subsea riser from the bottom of the riser as high up as the riser is designed to be in compression when installed.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein each connector includes a pin and a box.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein each connector includes a body including a flange and a neck extending from the flange.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the supportive load for the riser is transferred to the connector and the tension system does provide the full tensioning requirements that the riser would otherwise need to prevent buckling without the connector.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the tension system may be designed only to support a weight less than needed to place the subsea riser in tension.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the tension system may support a riser heavier than the tension system is designed to support.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the riser is one of a production riser or a drilling riser.10. The system of claim 1 , wherein the riser tension system includes a dynamic riser tensioner.11. An offshore system for a subsea well claim 1 , including:a floating platform;a subsea wellhead ...

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Номер записи: 43
12-09-2013 дата публикации

Blowout preventer assembly

Номер: US20130233562A1
Автор: Christian Leuchtenberg
Принадлежит: Managed Pressure Operations PTE LTD

A blowout preventer assembly comprising a blowout preventer and control apparatus, the blowout preventer comprising a housing a sealing element and a fluid pressure operated actuator mounted in the housing, the actuator 18 dividing the interior of the housing into two chambers, namely an open chamber and a close chamber, substantially preventing flow of fluid between the two chambers, and being movable, by means of the supply of pressurised fluid to the close chamber, to urge the sealing element into sealing engagement with a drill pipe extending through the blow out preventer, the control apparatus including a close line which extends from the exterior of the housing to the close chamber, and a source of pressurised fluid which is connected to the close line, wherein the source of pressurised fluid is located adjacent to the housing.

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Номер записи: 44
19-09-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR HANDLING HOSES OF A WORKING WELL FOR A DRILLING RIG

Номер: US20130240214A1
Автор: Faye Gunnar Sigurd
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A manipulator device () arranged to move a hose manifold () as one or more hoses () is/are being connected to and disconnected from pipelines () arranged on a marine riser (), the manipulator () being fixed to an undercarriage () which is movable relative to a working well (). 1. A manipulator device arranged to move a hose manifold as one or more hoses is/are being connected to and disconnected from pipelines arranged on a marine riser , the manipulator being fixed to an undercarriage which is movable relative to a working well , wherein the undercarriage is a carriage arranged on a deck bordering on the working well.2. The device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the undercarriage is a sledge arranged on a deck bordering on the working well.3. The device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the undercarriage is connected to a supporting structure for a well element or a well tool.4. The device in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the manipulator has three translatory degrees of freedom claim 1 , first and second degrees of freedom being assigned to a manipulator arm and a third degree of freedom being assigned to the undercarriage by the horizontal displacement of the undercarriage. A manipulator device is described, arranged to move a hose manifold as one or more hoses is/are being connected to and disconnected from pipelines arranged on a marine riser at a floating field installation with one or more well centres.Between a marine riser which is anchored to a seabed and a floating installation moving with the waves, fluids are carried in hoses. Conventionally, one end of the hoses is connected to the riser via pipe bends, so-called goosenecks, near to a telescopic riser element. The other end of the hoses will be firmly connected to the floating installation, hanging in a loop down around the upper portion of the riser. The connection of hoses is, to a great degree, carried out manually by means of one or more operators hanging on a belt in the so-called moon- ...

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Номер записи: 45
19-09-2013 дата публикации

TWO SPEED DIRECT DRIVE DRAWWORKS

Номер: US20130240808A1
Автор: Williams Kevin R.
Принадлежит: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

A direct drive drawworks () has a permanent magnet motor () with a first set of windings () and a second set of windings (), a shaft () extending from the permanent magnet motor () such that the permanent magnet motor directly rotates the shaft (), a drum () connected to the shaft () away from the permanent magnet motor () such that the rotation of the shaft () causes a corresponding rotation of the drum (), and a switch cooperative with the first set of windings and the second set of windings so as to cause the sets of windings to be selectively connected in parallel or in series. 1. A direct drive drawworks comprising:a permanent magnet motor having a first set of windings and a second set of windings;a shaft extending from said permanent magnet motor such that said permanent magnet motor directly rotates said shaft;a drum connected to said shaft away from said permanent magnet motor such that the rotation of said shaft causes a corresponding rotation of said drum; anda switch cooperative with said first set of windings and said second set of windings so as to cause the sets of windings to be selectively connected in parallel or in series.2. The direct drive drawworks of claim 1 , further comprising:a processing means connected to said switch for switching between the parallel connection and the series connection relative to a condition.3. The direct drive drawworks of claim 2 , said condition being a load on said drum.4. The direct drive drawworks of claim 3 , said processing means for switching to the parallel connection when the load on said drum is at a first amount claim 3 , said processing means for switching to the series connection when the load on said drum is a second amount claim 3 , said second amount being greater than the first amount.5. The direct drive drawworks of claim 1 , further comprising:an AC power supply electrically connected to said permanent magnet motor.6. The direct drive drawworks of claim 5 , further comprising:a variable frequency ...

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Номер записи: 46
10-10-2013 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ATTACHMENT OF A SECONDARY TOOL HANDLING DEVICE TO A PRIMARY TOOL HANDLING DEVICE

Номер: US20130264838A1
Автор: Childress, Dugal Robert, Havens David J., II Lawrence E.
Принадлежит: FORUM ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Embodiments of the invention provide methods and apparatus for a handling system and attachment of a secondary elevator, and/or other complementary equipment, to a primary elevator. In one embodiment, a casing elevator is provided. The casing elevator includes a body, two first load-rated lift members coupled to a perimeter of the body at a first location on the body, and two second load-rated lift members coupled to the perimeter of the body at a second location on the body, the second location being different than the first location. 1. A casing elevator , comprising:a body;two first load-rated lift members coupled to a perimeter of the body at a first location on the body; andtwo second load-rated lift members coupled to the perimeter of the body at a second location on the body, the second location being different than the first location.2. The elevator of claim 1 , wherein each of the second load-rated lift members provide a pivot point for a safety latch.3. The elevator of claim 1 , wherein the body includes a first side and a second side opposing the first side claim 1 , and each of the first side and the second side includes one of the two first load-rated lift members and one of the two second load-rated members.4. The elevator of claim 3 , wherein each of the first and second load-rated lift members are positioned on the body along a common plane.5. The elevator of claim 1 , wherein each of the two second load-rated lift members comprise a gusset.6. The elevator of claim 5 , wherein the gusset is fastened to the body.7. The elevator of claim 5 , wherein the gusset is integral to the body.8. The elevator of claim 1 , wherein the load rating of each of the two second load-rated lift members is about 8 tons.9. The elevator of claim 1 , wherein the load rating of each of the two second load-rated lift members is about 10 tons.10. A handling system for gripping circular tools claim 1 , the system comprising:a first elevator having a body, a pair of lift hooks ...

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Номер записи: 47
17-10-2013 дата публикации

TUBULAR HANDLING APPARATUS

Номер: US20130269926A1
Автор: CARLSSON Andreas, Grosch Reinhard, Hooker, II John D., Kotschy Thomas, Liess Martin
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In one embodiment, a tubular gripping assembly for use with a top drive to handle a tubular includes a tubular gripping tool having a mandrel and gripping elements operatively coupled to the mandrel; and a link assembly attached to the mandrel, wherein a load of the link assembly is transferred to the mandrel. In another embodiment, the tubular gripping assembly includes a swivel having selectively actuatable seals. In yet another embodiment, the tubular gripping assembly includes a thread compensator to facilitate tubular make-up. In yet another embodiment, the tubular gripping assembly includes a wedge lock release apparatus to facilitate the release of gripping elements from the tubular. 1. A release apparatus for releasing a gripping element of a tubular gripping apparatus , comprising:an anchor attached to the tubular gripping apparatus;an engagement member movably coupled to the anchor; anda connection member coupling an abutment device to the anchor, wherein connecting or disconnecting the connection member from the anchor causes engagement member to move relative to the anchor.2. The release apparatus of claim 1 , wherein disconnecting the connection member causes the engagement member to move along an incline of the anchor.3. A tubular handling assembly for use with a top drive claim 1 , comprising:a mandrel coupled to the top drive;an actuator for moving gripping elements between a tubular gripping position and a tubular releasing position;a tubular engagement member for engaging a tubular;a clamping indicator coupled to the gripping elements for indicating the position of the gripping elements; anda coupling indicator coupled to the engagement member for indicating a position of the tubular.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the clamping indicator comprises a pin having at least two widths.5. The assembly of claim 3 , further comprising a sensor for determining a position of at least one of the clamping indicator and the coupling indicator.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 48
31-10-2013 дата публикации

FORCE APPLICATION REDUCTION EMPLOYING ACTUATOR

Номер: US20130284433A1
Автор: BHATNAGAR Samved, KÜTTEL Beat, Slocum Randy, WEINTRAUB Preston
Принадлежит: Canrig Drilling Technology Ltd.

An apparatus including a first actuator including a first housing defining a first internal region, a first head disposed in the first internal region, the first head defining first and second portions of the first internal region, and a first elongated member connected to the first head and extending out of the first housing. The apparatus further includes a first arm connected to the first elongated member to transfer to the first elongated member at least a first portion of a first force applied in a first direction by at least the weight of at least a tubular component, and a first pressurized fluid source in fluid communication with the first portion of the first internal region to apply a second force against the first head in a second direction that is opposite the first direction. According to one aspect, the tubular component is part of a quill. 1. An apparatus , comprising: a first housing defining a first internal region;', 'a first head disposed in the first internal region, the first head defining on either side thereof first and second portions of the first internal region; and', 'a first elongated member connected to the first head and extending out of the first housing;, 'a first actuator, comprisinga first arm connected to the first elongated member to transfer to the first elongated member at least a first portion of a first force applied in a first direction by at least the weight of at least a tubular component; anda first pressurized fluid source in fluid communication with the first portion of the first internal region to apply a second force against the first head in a second direction that is opposite the first direction.2. The apparatus of further comprising the tubular component.3. The apparatus of further comprising a top drive which comprises:a quill, wherein the tubular component is part of the quill; anda structural member to which the first housing is connected;wherein at least the quill, the first arm, the first elongated member and ...

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Номер записи: 49
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Lifting Device Having Hinged Segments

Номер: US20130284448A1
Автор: Arthion, Fraczek Justin M., Howard Erik M., I Randy D.
Принадлежит: Taper-Lok Corporation

Lifting devices for use with drilling risers, where the lifting devices have a plurality of segments, some of which are hinged to facilitate handling and provide multiple shear points between the hinged segments. One embodiment comprises a lifting device for a drilling riser, where the device includes a collar and a lifting lug. The collar has a cylindrical ring with one or more annular ribs connected to corresponding circular edges of the ring. The lifting lug is connected to the collar and the ribs. The collar has a plurality of segments, and at least a first one of the segments is pivotally connected to another one of the segments by a hinge. Each rib may taper smoothly from a smaller thickness at a top edge of the rib to a greater thickness at a base of the rib. 1. A lifting device for a drilling riser , the device comprising:a collar having a cylindrical ring and a first annular rib connected to a first circular edge of the ring; anda lifting lug connected to the collar;wherein the collar has a plurality of segments; andwherein at least a first one of the segments is pivotally connected to at least a second one of the segments by a hinge.2. The lifting device of claim 1 , wherein the collar comprises a lug segment claim 1 , a first hinged segment and a second hinged segment claim 1 , wherein the lug segment has the lifting lug connected thereto claim 1 , wherein the first hinged segment is pivotally connected to the lug segment by a first hinge claim 1 , and wherein the second hinged segment is pivotally connected to the lug segment by a second hinge.3. The lifting device of claim 2 , wherein the first hinged segment is configured to be connected to the second hinged segment by one or more bolts.4. The lifting device of claim 3 , further comprising one or more spherical washers positioned between each of the one or more bolts and the first and second hinged segments claim 3 , wherein a plurality of spherical seats for the spherical washers are provided on the ...

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Номер записи: 50
07-11-2013 дата публикации

TUBULAR RUNNING DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20130292136A1
Автор: Baudoin Toby Scott, McIntosh Richard
Принадлежит: 2M-TEK, INC.

A method and apparatus for running tubular(s) into a well bore for use with a top drive or power swivel comprising a make-up assembly with inner and outer members, one of which has an array of ramped or inclined surface(s) while the other is an inner or outer cage with rolling support(s) with or without a central spindle and openings which may also be referred to as tubular engagement apparatus wherein relative movement of the members urges the rolling support(s) to protrude radially through the openings to engage a tubular internally or externally. Also provided is an elevator assembly with elevator links and transfer elevators to position tubular for engagement by the make-up assembly. 1. A rolling support and array of ramped or inclined surfaces for gripping and handling a tubular member comprising:a tubular engagement apparatus, the tubular engagement apparatus having a plurality of rolling supports with or without spindles and or array of ramped or inclined surfaces;wherein the rolling supports and ramped or inclined surface assembly consists of at least three components, one component having one or more ramped or inclined surfaces the second component being one or more rolling supports, and a third component being a means of retaining the rolling support such as a tube or plate with openings sized such that the rolling supports are contained within the assembly or such that the spindles of the rolling supports constrain the rolling supports within the assembly;wherein relative movement between the rolling supports and its corresponding ramped or inclined surfaces acts to urge the rolling supports up or down the ramped or inclined surfaces thereby causing the rolling supports to move inwardly or outwardly in a radial direction.2. The apparatus of wherein the rolling supports and their respective ramped or inclined surfaces may be disposed randomly about the tubular engagement apparatus or in longitudinally spaced rows where the rolling supports of each row are ...

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Номер записи: 51
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Well pump extractor

Номер: US20130292618A1
Автор: Joseph Dennis Miller
Принадлежит: Joseph Dennis Miller

A well pump extractor, which includes a base rotably supporting a spindle, a pipe guide, and a pipe catch, extracts a well pump from within a well by winding electrical wiring attached to the pump around the spindle. During an extraction, a pipe guide guides the path of water pipe connected to a pump. If the electrical wiring fails mechanically during an extraction, the pipe catch catches the water pipe, which prevents the pump from falling to the bottom of the well.

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Номер записи: 52
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Drilling rig employing pivoting drilling tower

Номер: US20130299189A1
Автор: Ashish Gupta, Padira Reddy, Sean M. Bailey
Принадлежит: Nabors Drilling International Ltd

An apparatus including a base, and a drilling tower pivotally coupled to the base to pivot the drilling tower between first and second pivot positions. The drilling tower includes a first portion, and a second portion pivotally coupled to the first portion to pivot the second portion between third and fourth pivot positions when the drilling tower is in the first pivot position. According to another aspect, a method includes pivotally coupling a drilling tower to a base, which includes providing a first portion of the drilling tower, pivotally coupling a second portion of the drilling tower to the first portion of the drilling tower, and pivotally coupling the first portion of the drilling tower to the base.

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Номер записи: 53
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Drilling rig carriage movable along racks and including pinions driven by electric motors

Номер: US20130299190A1
Автор: Ashish Gupta, Beat Kuttel, Padira Reddy, Richmond Todd Fox, Scott G. Boone, Sean M. Bailey
Принадлежит: Nabors Drilling International Ltd

According to one aspect, a drilling rig carriage is adapted to move along a drilling mast, and includes a body structure, electric motors coupled to the body structure, and pinions operably coupled to the electric motors, respectively. The pinions are adapted to engage racks, respectively. According to another aspect, a drilling mast includes a longitudinally-extending frame having a first side portion and a second side portion spaced therefrom. Racks are coupled to the frame at the first side portion thereof. According to yet another aspect, an apparatus includes a drilling mast or tower extending longitudinally along an axis, the tower including racks spaced in a parallel relation. A top drive is movable along the axis and relative to the tower. Electric motors are coupled to the top drive and movable therewith. Pinions are operably coupled to the electric motors, respectively, and engage the racks, respectively, to move the top drive.

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Номер записи: 54
14-11-2013 дата публикации

DRILLING RIG EMPLOYING TOP DRIVE

Номер: US20130299244A1
Автор: Bailey Sean M., Gupta Ashish, REDDY Padria
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An apparatus includes a carriage movable along a drilling tower, a linking member pivotally coupled to the carriage, at least one actuator extending between the carriage and the linking member to pivot the linking member between first and second pivot positions, and a top drive pivotally coupled to the linking member. According to another aspect, an apparatus includes a drilling tower, a carriage movably coupled to the drilling tower, a linking member pivotally coupled to the carriage to permit the linking member to pivot between first and second pivot positions, and a top drive extending longitudinally in a parallel relation to the drilling tower, the top drive being pivotally coupled to the linking member to permit the top drive to continue to extend longitudinally in a parallel relation to the drilling tower when the linking member pivots between the first and second pivot positions. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a carriage movable along a drilling tower;a linking member pivotally coupled to the carriage;at least one actuator extending between the carriage and the linking member to pivot the linking member between first and second pivot positions; anda top drive pivotally coupled to the linking member.2. The apparatus of further comprising the drilling tower arranged to extend longitudinally along a first axis;wherein the top drive extends longitudinally in a parallel relation to the tower; andwherein the pivot coupling between the top drive and the linking member permits the top drive to continue to extend longitudinally in a parallel relation to the tower when the linking member pivots between the first and second pivot positions.3. The apparatus of wherein the top drive is spaced from the drilling tower by first and second spacings when the linking member is in the first and second pivot positions claim 2 , respectively claim 2 , the first and second spacings extending in a direction that is perpendicular to the first axis claim 2 , the second spacing being ...

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Номер записи: 55
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Direct modular top drive with pipe handler module and methods

Номер: US20130299247A1
Автор: Alan S. Richardson, Beat Kuttel, Faisal J. Yousef, Greg Kostiuk, Randall S. Pyrch
Принадлежит: Canrig Drilling Technology Ltd

A top drive system with a plurality of top drive modules, which are configured to be quickly exchanged. The top drive modules may include any or all of the following: a main body module, a gearbox module, a drive motor module, a pipe handler module, an upper fluid module, a lower well control valve module, a block interface module, a retract system interface frame module, a cooling system module, a work platform guard module, and a quill saver sub module. Alternatively, the top drive may comprise a first top drive and a second top drive which are configured to be quickly exchanged.

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Номер записи: 56
14-11-2013 дата публикации

DRILLING RIG EMPLOYING TUBULAR HANDLING DEVICE

Номер: US20130302114A1
Автор: Bailey Sean M., Gupta Ashish, Reddy Padira
Принадлежит: Nabors Drilling International Limited

A tubular handling device includes a first arm movable along, and pivotable about, a first axis, and a first gripper to engage a first tubular member, the first gripper being coupled to the first arm and rotatable, relative to the first arm, about a second axis that is perpendicular to the first axis. According to another aspect, a method includes providing a first gripper; coupling a first arm to the first gripper, moving the first arm, pivoting the first arm, and rotating the first gripper, relative to the first arm. According to another aspect, an apparatus includes a drilling tower, and a tubular handling device to position one or more tubular members proximate the drilling tower, the tubular handling device including a first gripper to engage a first tubular member, and a first arm coupled to the first gripper. 1. A tubular handling device , comprising: a first axis, the first arm being movable along, and pivotable about, the first axis; and', 'a second axis that is perpendicular to the first axis, the second axis being movable from the first axis in the first direction and movable to the first axis in a second direction opposite the first direction; and, 'a first arm defininga first gripper to engage a first tubular member, the first gripper being coupled to the first arm and rotatable, relative to the first arm, about the second axis.2. The tubular handling device of further comprising a first support member to which the first arm is pivotally coupled claim 1 , the first arm defining the first axis at the pivot coupling of the first arm to the first support member claim 1 , the first arm being movable along claim 1 , and pivotable about claim 1 , the first support member.3. The tubular handling device of wherein the first gripper is pivotally coupled to the first arm claim 2 , and the first arm defines the second axis at the pivot coupling of the first arm to the first gripper.4. The tubular handling device of wherein the first arm comprises:a first segment ...

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Номер записи: 57
21-11-2013 дата публикации

ROD SUPPORT SYSTEM

Номер: US20130306378A1
Автор: Jönsson Andreas, Ledbetter Tim, Przano Chad
Принадлежит: ATLAS COPCO NORTH AMERICA, LLC

A rod support system has an upper gripper assembly and a lower gripper assembly. Each gripper assembly has a top plate having a first track. The first track has a first substantially arcuate portion having a first radius of curvature and a second substantially arcuate portion having a second and smaller radius of curvature. A jaw is constrained to move in a path defined by the first track. A bottom plate of the assembly has a second track that is congruent with the first track also engaging the jaw, so that the jaw is constrained to move in a path defined by the first track and the second track in cooperation. The jaws can support a rod when the jaws move from a position along the first arcuate portion of the first and second tracks to a position along the second arcuate portion of the first and second tracks. 1. A rod support system , comprising:a gripper assembly comprising: the top plate having a first track;', 'the first track having a first substantially arcuate portion having a first radius of curvature, and a second substantially arcuate portion having a second and smaller radius of curvature;, 'a top plate,'}a jaw; the jaw constrained to slidably move in a path defined by the first track; the second track congruent with the first track;', 'the second track slidably engaging the jaw, where,, 'a bottom plate; the bottom having a second track;'}the jaw is constrained to slidably move in a path defined by the first track and the second track in cooperation;so that the jaw is capable of moving to a position to support a rod when the jaw moves from a position along the first arcuate portion of the first and second tracks to a position along the second arcuate portion of the first and second tracks.2. The rod support system of claim 1 , where the gripper assembly is an upper gripper assembly; and claim 1 ,the rod support system further comprises a lower gripper assembly;the lower gripper assembly comprising: the top plate having a first track;', 'the first track ...

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Номер записи: 58
28-11-2013 дата публикации

HEAVE COMPENSATING SYSTEM

Номер: US20130312979A1
Автор: Ankargren David Bengt Johan, Pohl Jochen
Принадлежит: NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO NORWAY AS

A heave compensating system for a marine vessel includes a hydraulic machine configured to be coupled to a load suspended from the vessel and to vary the distance between the load and the vessel in response to heaving motion of the vessel. The system further includes a second hydraulic machine in fluid communication with a hydraulic accumulator, both the first and second hydraulic machines are mechanically connected to one another and a shared electric motor, and a controller configured to control hydraulic movement of the first and second hydraulic machines and to control the supply of power to the electric motor. 1. A heave compensating system for a marine vessel , the system comprising:a hydraulic actuator of the vessel configured to couple to a load suspended from the vessel and vary the distance between the load and the vessel in response to heaving motion of the vessel;wherein the hydraulic actuator is connected to a first hydraulic machine for actuation by the first hydraulic machine;a second hydraulic machine connected to a hydraulic accumulator, wherein both the first and second hydraulic machines are coupled to one another and to a shared electric motor;a controller configured to control hydraulic movement of the first and second hydraulic machines and to control power to the electric motor in response to one or more signals representative of at least one of a wave-induced heave movement of the vessel and a wave induced force applied to the load.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second hydraulic machines and the electric motor are coupled via a direct 1:1 ratio.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second hydraulic machines and the electric motor are all mounted about a common drive shaft.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second hydraulic machines have a respective drive shaft claim 1 , the two shafts being substantially co-axial and coupled via the electric motor claim 1 , the electric motor disposed ...

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Номер записи: 59
05-12-2013 дата публикации

RIGLESS CASING CUTTING/PULLING STAND

Номер: US20130319674A1
Автор: BOUDREAUX ERIC
Принадлежит:

A tool for removing a portion of a casing from a wellbore. The tool includes a base having an opening or bore formed therethrough. A plurality of hydraulic cylinders may each have a first end portion coupled to the base and a second end portion distal the base. A first crane may be coupled to the base. A tong may be coupled to the first crane, and the first crane may be adapted to move the tong into alignment with the opening in the base. A second crane may be coupled to the base. An attachment may be coupled to the second crane, and the second crane may be adapted to move the attachment into alignment with the opening in the base and proximate the second end portions of the cylinders. 1. A tool for removing a portion of a casing from a wellbore , comprising:a base having an opening formed therethrough;a plurality of hydraulic cylinders having first end portions coupled to the base and second end portions distal the base;a first crane coupled to the base;a tong coupled to the first crane, wherein the first crane is adapted to move the tong into alignment with the opening in the base;a second crane coupled to the base; andan attachment coupled to the second crane, wherein the second crane is adapted to move the attachment into alignment with the opening in the base and proximate the second end portions of the plurality of hydraulic cylinders.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the first crane is a jib crane claim 1 , and wherein the second crane is a knuckleboom crane.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the attachment is coupled to the second end portions of the plurality of hydraulic cylinders.4. The tool of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of hydraulic cylinders are adapted to extend upward claim 3 , thereby lifting the attachment.5. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the tong is adapted to screw two or more sections of drill pipe together or to unscrew the two or more sections of drill pipe from one another.6. The tool of claim 5 , wherein the attachment comprises a swivel ...

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Номер записи: 60
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Pipe clamp mechanism and method

Номер: US20130341002A1
Автор: Mark J. Flusche
Принадлежит: Complete Production Services Inc

A pipe clamp mechanism and method for use with a pipe arm retracts beneath two laterally positioned pipe guide surfaces in a retracted position to allow a pipe to roll laterally into a pipe receptacle on the pipe arm along either of the two pipe guide surfaces. After at least one pipe is positioned within the pipe receptacle, then the pipe clamp utilizes one or more pipe clamps which extend outwardly of the pipe guide surfaces to clamp the pipe into the pipe receptacle.

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Номер записи: 61
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Upper mast fixture for positioning tubular and method

Номер: US20130341041A1
Автор: Mark J. Flusche
Принадлежит: Complete Production Services Inc

An upper mast fixture for positioning a tubular received from a pipe handling system for use with a top drive having a rotor utilized to connect with pipe. The upper mast fixture is utilized to assist and/or provide alignment of a threaded connection on a top of said pipe with said top drive rotor.

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Номер записи: 62
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Long lateral completion system and method for pipe handling

Номер: US20130343836A1
Автор: Mark J. Flusche
Принадлежит: Complete Production Services Inc

The present disclosure relates to a completion system and method adapted for use in wells having long lateral boreholes. Particularly, the present disclosure relates to a pipe handling system which includes a pipe handling skid with a pipe arm being able to raise along a vertical plane to pass off a joint of pipe to a mast and top drive. Further, the present disclosure includes a pipe handling system having pipe tubs for transporting and delivering joint of pipe to the pipe arm for insertion into a well. Further, the present disclosure includes a pipe handling system having pipe tubs for transporting and delivering joints of pipe to the pipe arm for insertion into a well. Further, the present pipe handling system and method of use contemplates the use in conjunction with a portable rig carrier for completing hydrocarbon producing wells.

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Номер записи: 63
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Walkway with pipe moving elements mechanism and method

Номер: US20130343838A1
Автор: Mark J. Flusche
Принадлежит: Complete Production Services Inc

A skid mounted walkway with pipe moving elements for moving pipe in a desired direction. In one embodiment, a first walkway and a second walkway comprise at least one movable portion movable to one or more positions to urge pipe away from and/or towards a pipe receptacle and/or away from or towards pipe arm and/or away from or towards a pipe tub. In another embodiment, the moveable portion is retracted.

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Номер записи: 64
02-01-2014 дата публикации

Coiled Tubing Injector With Limited Slip Chains

Номер: US20140000865A1
Автор: David W. Mcculloch, Timothy S. Steffenhagen, William B. White, William G. Stewart
Принадлежит: National Oilwell Varco LP

A coiled tubing injector comprises a drive system for independently driving a plurality of chains independently but otherwise retarding relative motion between the driven chains when a chain begins to slip uncontrollably.

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Номер записи: 65
02-01-2014 дата публикации

MOBILE COILED TUBING REEL UNIT, RIG AND ARRANGEMENTS THEREOF

Номер: US20140000867A1
Автор: ANDREYCHUK Mark, CALLANDER Gary Russell, GOTCH Matthew Joseph, PLESKIE Allan Joseph
Принадлежит:

A system is provided for injecting coiled tubing (CT) into and out of a wellbore. In embodiments, separate injector and reel units are provided releasing constraints on CT size and length. The injector unit is fit with an extendible mast for handling larger bottom hole assemblies and fit with a rotating gooseneck for accepting CT from alternate arrangements of the reel unit. The mast is reinforced to resist CT loading. The capacity of the reel is maximized for the reel unit transport envelope. The reel is rotated using an offset drive engaging a bounding reel flange, such as engaging drive and bull gears. A generally radial displacement of the drive from the reel permits replacement of the entire reel. 1. A system for conveying coiled tubing (CT) into and out of a wellbore comprising: a first mobile frame having a drive end, a back end and a mast supported on the back end adjacent the wellbore, the mast pivotable between a transport position and an erect position;', 'a CT injector moveable along the mast;', 'a gooseneck; and', 'a rotatable support between the gooseneck and the injector; and, 'a first mobile unit having'} 'a second mobile frame having a CT reel and a reel drive, wherein', 'a second mobile unit having'}when the second mobile unit is located at the drive end of the first mobile unit, the gooseneck is rotatable on the rotating support to the drive end to receive CT therefrom, andwhen the second mobile unit is located at the back end of the first mobile unit, the gooseneck is rotatable on the rotating support to the back end to receive CT therefrom.2. The system of wherein the gooseneck further comprises:a proximal segment connected to the rotatable support; anda distal segment connected to the proximal segment and pivotable between a folded position and an extended position for forming an arcuate CT guide and a folded position.3. The system of further comprising a carriage for supporting the CT injector claim 1 , and whereinthe mast further comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 66
02-01-2014 дата публикации

TOP DRIVE COUNTER MOMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20140000912A1
Автор: Bowley Ryan Thomas, Yajure Edgar Fernando
Принадлежит:

Present embodiments are directed to a top drive system comprising a hoisting assembly having an upper link, a lower link, and a first joint coupling the upper link and the lower link. The top drive system also includes a main body coupled to the hoisting assembly by a second joint, wherein the hoisting assembly is configured to support the main body, and the main body is configured to support a tubular. Further, the top drive system includes a frame coupled to the main body and a counter moment system configured to apply a force on the first joint to create a bending moment about the second joint. 1. A top drive system , comprising:a hoisting assembly;an upper link of the hoisting assembly;a lower link of the hoisting assembly;a first joint coupling the upper link and the lower link;a main body coupled to the hoisting assembly by a second joint, wherein the hoisting assembly is configured to support the main body, and the main body is configured to support a tubular;a frame coupled to the main body; anda counter moment system configured to apply a force on the first joint to create a bending moment about the second joint.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the counter moment system comprises:a bracket coupled to the frame;a hydraulic cylinder coupled to the bracket; anda cable coupled to the hydraulic cylinder and the first joint, wherein the cable is routed through a pulley coupled to the bracket.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the hydraulic cylinder is configured to create a constant force acting on the cable.4. The system of claim 2 , comprising a controlled pressure circuit configured to regulate operation of the hydraulic cylinder.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the counter moment system comprises a spring system configured to apply a substantially constant force to the first joint.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the counter moment system comprises a hanging mass and pulley system configured to apply a substantially constant force to the first joint.7. ...

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Номер записи: 67
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for evacuating hydrocarbons from a distressed well

Номер: US20140008077A1
Автор: Joey Naquin, Michael Mire
Принадлежит: Gulfstream Services Inc

A method of evacuating hydrocarbons from a plurality of nested tubulars of a well pipe that extends from an underwater well tree includes an initial step of attaching a fluid transmission line to the underwater well tree, the fluid transmission line having one end portion forming the attachment to the tree and the other end portion attached to a pump that forces fluid under pressure to the tree and attached nested tubulars. Openings are formed through one or more tubulars of the nested tubulars at a selected location. A specially configured fitting is attached to the tubulars. The fitting seals the openings. The fitting has an expandable seal that is expandable responsive to rotation of a rotating member that rotates upon a saddle, pulling a tapered mandrel against the seal. The saddle surrounds the mandrel and bears against an outer tubular of the nested tubulars. The fitting mandrel has a bore. Hydrocarbons escape from the tubulars via the mandrel bore.

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Номер записи: 68
09-01-2014 дата публикации

HYBRID TENSIONING OF RISER STRING

Номер: US20140010596A1
Автор: Bourgeau Edward Peter Kenneth, Wu Yin
Принадлежит: Transocean Sedco Forex Ventures Limited

An enhanced riser control system may employ electrical tensioners coupled to a drilling riser by wires. The electrical tensioners may provide quick response to a tension controller to handle positioning of the drilling riser. The electrical tensioners of the enhanced riser control system may be combined with hydro-pneumatic tensioners in a riser hybrid tensioning system. A controller within the enhanced riser control system may be configured to distribute tension to electrical tensioners and to control electrical tensioners to adjust the length of the first and second wires. The electrical tensioners may be used, for example, to suppress vortex-induced-vibration (VIV) and control drilling riser recoil. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a direct current (DC) power distribution bus;a drilling riser;a plurality of wires coupled to the drilling riser;a first and second electrical tensioner coupled to the drilling riser via a first and a second wire of the plurality of wires and coupled to the power distribution bus; and to distribute tension to the first and second electrical tensioners; and', 'to control the first and second electrical tensioners to adjust a tension of the first and second wires., 'a controller configured2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a hydro-pneumatic tensioner coupled to the drilling riser via a third wire of the plurality of wires; to measure tensions delivered by the hydro-pneumatic and electrical tensioners; and', 'to determine a tension for the first and second electrical tensioners based, in part, on the measured tensions of the hydro-pneumatic and electrical tensioners., 'wherein the controller is further configured3. The apparatus of claim 2 , in which the controller further determines the tension for the first and second electrical tensioners based on at least one of:a drilling vessel heave relative position;a drilling vessel velocity and acceleration; anda tension measurement.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:an ...

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Номер записи: 69
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Top-Tensioned Riser System

Номер: US20140010597A1
Автор: Cao Peimin, Otten Jeffrey Douglas
Принадлежит:

A top-tensioned riser (TTR) is supported by a tensioning system on the deck of a floating platform. The tension ring may include an elastomeric layer which permits small angular and lateral displacements of the tension joint. The tension joint comprises a tapered section to resist the bending moment and shear imposed by the vessel's motion. The riser tension joint may be supported laterally by rollers below the tension ring. The rollers react on the tapered section when the riser strokes up and down. The tapered section may be engineered to maximize the use of the tension joint, and to reduce bending moment and shear loads imposed on the tensioning system. In certain embodiments, there may be a small gap between the rollers and the tapered section. In certain other embodiments, the rollers may be spring-loaded to increase the stability of surface equipment on the upper terminus of the riser. 1. A top-tensioned riser system for an offshore platform comprising:a subsea riser having a tension joint on an upper portion thereof; a first upper metal section;', 'a second lower metal section; and,', 'an intermediate elastomer section between the upper section and the lower section., 'a tension ring having a central axial opening through which the tension joint passes and comprising'}2. The top-tensioned riser system of wherein the elastomer section is bonded to the upper metal section and the lower metal section.3. The top-tensioned riser system of wherein the elastomer section is bonded to the upper metal section and the lower metal section with an adhesive.4. The top-tensioned riser system of further comprising an adapter ring having a central axial opening through which the tension joint passes and mechanically engaged with the outer surface of the tension joint and bearing against the upper metal section of the tension ring.5. The top-tensioned riser system of wherein at least a portion of the tension joint is externally threaded and at least a portion of the central ...

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Номер записи: 70
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Deployment of cables for landing strings

Номер: US20140014354A1
Автор: Peter Nellessen
Принадлежит: Schlumberger Technology Corp

Embodiments may generally take the form of a cable winch system installable within a riser on a landing string. In particular, one embodiment may take the form of a system having a tubular deployable within a riser and a cable winch deployable within a riser. The cable winch is configured to travel with the tubular as it is deployed within the riser.

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Номер записи: 71
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Backup Heave Compensation System and Lifting Arrangement for a Floating Drilling Vessel

Номер: US20140034329A1
Автор: Breivik Harald Wahl, Skinnes Jens, Skinnes Kenneth, Sortveit Havar
Принадлежит: WellPartner Products AS

A backup heave compensation system and an associated lifting arrangement are for a floating drilling vessel comprising a rig structure with a primary heave compensation system. The backup heave compensation system comprises: a vertically extendable and retractable lifting arrangement; a hydraulic system operatively connected to said lifting arrangement; and a control system operatively connected to said lifting arrangement and hydraulic system for selective control and operation thereof. The lifting arrangement comprises: a rigid frame structure comprised of: at least two vertically extending cylinders; a first transverse element connecting first end portions of said cylinders; and a second transverse element connecting second end portions of said cylinders; and a portal structure comprised of: at least two vertically extending piston rods having first end portions provided each with a piston; and a transverse portal element connecting second end portions of said piston rods. Each piston is movable within a corresponding cylinder. 2. The backup heave compensation system according to claim 1 , wherein said cylinder-piston arrangement of the lifting arrangement comprises a releasable piston locking system structured for selective locking of said pistons said cylinders claim 1 , thereby allowing the portal structure to be locked with respect to the frame structure when the lifting arrangement is in a static claim 1 , inoperative position in an operational mode.3. The backup heave compensation system according to claim 2 , wherein the piston locking system comprises at least one pressure-containment means structured for selective locking of a given hydraulic pressure in said high-pressure volume of each cylinder.4. The backup heave compensation system according to claim 2 , wherein the piston locking system is operatively connected to said control system for selective control and operation of the piston locking system.5. The backup heave compensation system according to ...

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Номер записи: 72
13-02-2014 дата публикации

Stabberless Elevator Assembly with Spider Interlock Control

Номер: US20140041854A1
Автор: Henderson Kris, Meaux Jeremy S., Robichaux Lee M.
Принадлежит:

A collar locating assembly ensures that that an elevator slip assembly does not engage against a pipe collar or coupling. An interlock system controls the operation of elevator slips, as well as related spider slips, in order to prevent unwanted simultaneous disengagement of both elevator and spider slips. 1. An elevator assembly for gripping a section of pipe having a collar comprising:a) a body member having a central bore extending there through and defining a slip bowl;b) at least one slip member disposed within said slip bowl; andc) a collar locator assembly for signaling when the collar of said pipe is positioned a predetermined distance above said elevator assembly.2. The collar locator assembly of claim 1 , wherein said collar locator assembly further comprises:a) a base disposed on said elevator assembly; andb) at least one finger member pivotally attached to said base and at least partially extending across the upper opening of said central bore of said elevator body member.3. The collar locator assembly of claim 2 , further comprising a valve disposed beneath said at least one finger member claim 2 , wherein said valve shifts when said at least one finger member pivots a predetermined distance.4. The collar locator of claim 3 , wherein said at least one finger member comprises a pair of spaced apart and substantially parallel elongate finger members.5. The elevator assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a slip location register for signaling when said at least one slip member is fully engaged in gripping position against said pipe.6. The elevator assembly of claim 5 , wherein said slip location register further comprises:a) at least one elongate actuation member connected to a slip leveling arm; andb) a valve disposed beneath said at least one elongate actuation member, wherein said valve shifts when said slip leveling arm is in a predetermined position.7. A pipe gripping assembly comprising: i) a body member having a central bore extending there ...

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Номер записи: 73
13-02-2014 дата публикации

MOBILE HYDRAULIC WORKOVER RIG

Номер: US20140041855A1
Автор: Rodgers Troy A.
Принадлежит: Rodgers Technology, LLC

A rig including a base structure, a derrick extending from the base structure, a hydraulic lift cylinder connected to the upper end of the derrick, a lower slip assembly connected to the base structure, an upper slip assembly, and at least two snub cylinders connected to the base and the upper slip assembly. A distal end of a piston rod of the lift cylinder is connectable to a pipe string extendable through the upper and lower slip assemblies such that both a lifting force and a snubbing force may be applied simultaneously to the pipe string. 1. A rig for raising and lowering a pipe string , comprising:a base structure;a derrick extending from the base structure and having an upper end; anda single hydraulic lift cylinder including a cylinder and a piston rod, the cylinder having an upper end and a lower end, and the rod having a proximal end and a distal end, the lower end of the cylinder being fixed to the upper end of the derrick and the rod extending downwardly from the lower end of the cylinder and movable between a retracted condition and an extended condition,wherein the piston rod of the lift cylinder is axially aligned with the pipe string when the piston rod is connected to the pipe string.2. The rig of claim 1 , wherein the base structure includes a first row of storage containers and a second row of storage container arranged in a parallel claim 1 , spaced relationship to the first row of storage containers.3. The rig of claim 2 , wherein each of the storage containers has a rectangular configuration claim 2 , wherein the storage containers of the first row of storage containers are arranged in an end-to-end relationship claim 2 , and wherein the storage containers of the second row of storage containers are arranged in an end-to-end relationship.4. The rig of claim 2 , wherein the first row of storage containers is slidably mounted on a first skid claim 2 , and wherein the second row of storage containers is slidably mounted on a second skid.5. The rig ...

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Номер записи: 74
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Riser for Coil Tubing/Wire Line Injection

Номер: US20140048276A1
Автор: Yemington Charles R.
Принадлежит: My Technologies, L.L.C.

The present invention is directed to a system including a self supporting riser (SSR) which is connected to a well to provide fluid communication to fossil hydrocarbon reservoirs deep below the seafloor. The SSR is constructed of a plurality of joints comprising regular joints and specialty joints that define the SSR and are selected to optimize the SSR for a well in a specific location. A unique aspect of the invention is further directed to a small vessel subject to high vessel motions that permits a coil tubing/wire line system to be mounted on a stabilizer system mounted on the vessel. The riser extension that connects the vessel to the self supporting riser preferably has a telescopic joint/section that is designed for the heave of the vessel. 1. A stabilizer system for a vessel subject to high vessel motions of heave , pitch and roll comprising:a heave platform adapted for attachment to said vessel,a pitch and roll frame;two or more pitch and roll compensation cylinders attached to said frame, each said cylinder having a compliant coupling on each end of said cylinder, one coupling attached to said frame and the coupling at the other end of said cylinder attached to said platform.2. A stabilizer system according to wherein each pitch and roll compensation cylinder is attached to said frame.3. A hydraulic circuit for said pitch and roll compensation cylinders of a stabilizer system according to comprising:a pump in said circuit for adding a fixed volume of fluid to the trapped fixed volume of fluid shared by the load bearing chambers of said cylinders; andmeans to maintain said fixed volume of fluid between said load bearing chambers of said cylinders, wherein when increased pressure occurs in one or more of said cylinder chambers, fluid flows to the other cylinder chambers.4. A small sea vessel subject to high vessel motions of heave claim 2 , pitch and roll and having a moon pool comprising:a stabilizer system attached to said vessel comprising:a platform ...

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Номер записи: 75
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Manipulatable spider components adapted for cooperation with a vertically reciprocating control line guide

Номер: US20140048287A1
Автор: Brian David Begnaud, Charles Michael Webre, Mark Stephen Sibille, Vernon J. Bouligny, Jr.
Принадлежит: Franks Casting Crew and Rental Tools Inc

A method and apparatus are provided for installing control lines and pipe into a well. The pipe-holding spider that is normally mounted on the rig floor is adapted for easy disassembly and reassembly when the pipe slips within the spider are not engaged with the outer surface of the pipe string so that upon disassembly, a control line guide becomes vertically movable. The control line guide is adapted for being controllably elevated to a distance above the rig floor, thereby providing personnel access to a portion of the length of the pipe string below the elevated control line guide and above the rig floor for securing control line to the pipe string using a fastener.

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Номер записи: 76
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Oil and Gas Riser Spider With Low Frequency Antenna Apparatus and Method

Номер: US20140060851A1
Автор: Derose Lynn Ann, Good Brandon Stephen, Guzzo Judith Ann, MACKENZIE Patricia
Принадлежит: VETCO GRAY INC.

Apparatus and methods for tracking a plurality of marine riser assets are provided. Part of a riser lifecycle monitoring system, the apparatus can include an oil and gas riser spider to connect a plurality of riser pipe sections during assembly of a riser pipe string. The riser spider forms an annulus around a first section of the plurality of riser pipe sections and supports the first section of the plurality of riser pipe sections during connection to a second section. The apparatus can also include a reader including an antenna arrangement to read a plurality of radio frequency identification tags, e.g., directional 125 kHz RFD tags, attached to or embedded within an outer surface portion of each of the plurality of riser pipe sections. 1. An offshore drilling apparatus comprising:a riser spider for supporting a plurality of riser pipe sections during assembly of a riser pipe string, the riser spider forming an annulus around a first riser pipe section of the plurality of riser pipe sections being deployed therethrough and supporting the first riser pipe section during connection to a second riser pipe section of the plurality of sections, each riser pipe section having an identification tag attached to or embedded within an outer-facing surface of the respective riser pipe section;an antenna arrangement comprising an antenna attached to or embedded within a substantial portion of an inner-facing surface of the riser spider and configured so that the antenna at least substantially follows the contour of the substantial portion of the inner-facing surface of the riser spider; anda reader operably connected to the antenna arrangement for reading the plurality of radio frequency identification tags attached to the respective outer-facing surfaces of the plurality of riser pipe sections.2. The apparatus as defined in claim 1 , wherein the antenna arrangement is configured to provide for reading the identification tag of each of the plurality of riser pipe sections ...

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Номер записи: 77
13-03-2014 дата публикации

TACHOMETER FOR A ROTATING CONTROL DEVICE

Номер: US20140069720A1
Автор: Gray Kevin L.
Принадлежит: WEATHERFORD/LAMB, INC.

A rotating control device (RCD) includes: a tubular housing having a flange formed at each end thereof; a stripper seal for receiving and sealing against a tubular; a bearing for supporting rotation of the stripper seal relative to the housing; a retainer for connecting the stripper seal to the bearing; and a tachometer. The tachometer includes a probe connected to the retainer and including: a tilt sensor; an angular speed sensor; an angular acceleration sensor; a first wireless data coupling; and a microcontroller operable to receive measurements from the sensors and to transmit the measurements to a base using the first wireless data coupling. The tachometer further includes the base connected to the housing and including: a second wireless data coupling operable to receive the measurements; and an electronics package in communication with the second wireless data coupling and operable to relay the measurements to an offshore drilling unit. 1. A rotating control device (RCD) for use with an offshore drilling unit , comprising:a tubular housing having a flange formed at each end thereof;a stripper seal for receiving and sealing against a tubular;a bearing for supporting rotation of the stripper seal relative to the housing;a retainer for connecting the stripper seal to the bearing; and [ a tilt sensor;', 'an angular speed sensor;', 'an angular acceleration sensor;', 'a first wireless data coupling; and', 'a microcontroller operable to receive measurements from the sensors and to transmit the measurements to a base using the first wireless data coupling;, 'a probe connected to the retainer and comprising, a second wireless data coupling operable to receive the measurements; and', 'an electronics package in communication with the second wireless data coupling and operable to relay the measurements to the offshore drilling unit., 'the base connected to the housing and comprising], 'a tachometer, comprising2. The RCD of claim 1 , wherein:the stripper seal is an upper ...

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Номер записи: 78
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Modular Coiled Tubing Unit

Номер: US20140076533A1
Автор: Park Do Seo, Witte M. Brett
Принадлежит: Premier Coil Solutions

A coiled tubing unit includes a coiled tubing reel skid comprising a load supporting skid frame having a plurality of guide post sleeves and a reel skid landing platform comprising a plurality of guide posts that mate with the plurality of guide post sleeves, wherein mating of the guide posts with the guide post sleeves is configurable so that the coiled tubing reel skid is disposable at multiple positions on the landing platform. The coiled tubing unit is configurable for many different weight distribution requirements. 1. A coiled tubing unit comprising: 'a load supporting skid frame having a plurality of guide post sleeves; and', 'a coiled tubing reel skid comprising 'a plurality of guide posts that mate with the plurality of guide post sleeves,', 'a reel skid landing platform comprisingwherein mating of the guide posts with the guide post sleeves is configurable so that the coiled tubing reel skid is disposable at multiple positions on the landing platform.2. The coiled tubing unit of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of guide post positions claim 1 , wherein the guide posts are moveable among the plurality of guide post positions to facilitate positioning the reel skid at multiple locations on the landing platform.3. The coiled tubing unit of claim 2 , further comprising guide post mounting plates attached to the landing platform at the plurality of guide post positions.4. The coiled tubing unit of claim 2 , further comprising load bearing truss sections positioned substantially beneath the plurality of guide post positions to bear the load of the coiled tubing reel skid.5. The coiled tubing unit of claim 1 , wherein the guide posts each comprise a base portion attachable to the landing platform.6. The coiled tubing unit of claim 5 , wherein base portions of the guide posts are attached to the landing platform with bolts.7. The coiled tubing unit of claim 1 , wherein the guide posts are fixed and configured to receive different guide post sleeves to ...

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Номер записи: 79
20-03-2014 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ANCHORING CASING AND OTHER TUBULAR GOODS

Номер: US20140076583A1
Автор: Jordan, JR. J. CHRISTOPHER, MARTENS JAMES G., ROBICHAUX RON D., SCOTT THAD
Принадлежит: BLACKHAWK SPECIALTY TOOLS, LLC

An anchor assembly for anchoring casing or other pipe against axial upward movement while permitting rotation of the casing or other pipe. An inner mandrel member has a central bore and a flange member extending around the outer circumference of the mandrel. A friction reducing ring member is located on an upper surface of the flange member, while layered friction reducing sleeve members are positioned around the outer surface of the mandrel member. An anchor sleeve member is concentrically and rotatably positioned around the outer surface of the outermost friction reducing sleeve member. Connection flanges, each having at least one bore for attachment to a shackle or other connecting device, extend laterally from the outer periphery of the anchor sleeve member and allow for anchoring of the assembly (and any attached casing or other pipe) to a rig or other structural support member. 1. An anchor assembly comprising:a) an anchor sleeve having a central through bore;b) a mandrel member having a central through bore, wherein said mandrel member is rotatably disposed within said central through bore of said anchor sleeve; andc) a friction reducing material disposed between said anchor sleeve and said mandrel member.2. The anchor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising at least one attachment member extending from said anchor sleeve and adapted to connect said anchor assembly to an anchor line.3. The anchor assembly of claim 2 , wherein said at least one attachment member further comprises:a) a first wing member extending from the outer surface of said anchor sleeve and having at least one bore extending through said first wing member; andb) a second wing member extending from the outer surface of said anchor sleeve and having at least one bore extending through said second wing member.4. The anchor assembly of claim 3 , wherein said first and second wing members are phased about one hundred and eighty degrees apart from each other around the outer circumference of ...

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Номер записи: 80
27-03-2014 дата публикации

DRILLING TOOL CHANGER APPARATUS

Номер: US20140083774A1
Автор: "OBrien Jason P.", Hoult Ross L., Lawler Mark R., Taylor Kayne D., Taylor Samuel C., Wright Andrew
Принадлежит: Caterpillar Global Mining Equipment LLC

A drilling tool changer apparatus for a drilling rig includes a drill tower pivotable between a drilling orientation and a change-out orientation, the drill tower supporting a drill string comprising a drill pipe coupled to a drilling tool. The drilling tool changer apparatus also includes a drilling tool storage device pivotally movable about a hinge axis between a stowed position and a deployed position. The drilling tool storage device includes a drilling tool storage cassette including a replacement drilling tool. The drilling tool storage device and the drill tower are pivotally alignable in a substantially co-planar manner when the drilling tool storage device is in the deployed position and the drill tower is in the change-out orientation. 1. A drilling tool changer apparatus for a drilling rig , the drilling tool changer apparatus comprising:a drill tower pivotable between a drilling orientation and a change-out orientation, the drill tower supporting a drill string comprising a drill pipe coupled to a drilling tool; anda drilling tool storage device pivotally movable about a hinge axis between a stowed position and a deployed position, the drilling tool storage device comprising a drilling tool storage cassette including a replacement drilling tool;wherein the drilling tool storage device and the drill tower are pivotally alignable in a substantially co-planar manner when the drilling tool storage device is in the deployed position and the drill tower is in the change-out orientation.2. The drilling tool changer apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a drilling control device configured to communicate with the drill tower and the drilling tool storage device;wherein the drilling tool storage device and the drill tower are at least semi-automated to change out the drilling tool for the replacement drilling tool in response to instructions from the drilling control device.3. The drilling tool changer apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the drilling control ...

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Номер записи: 81
03-04-2014 дата публикации

Compensating bails

Номер: US20140090856A1
Автор: Brittan S. PRATT, Karsten Heidecke
Принадлежит: Weatherford Lamb Inc

A pipe handler for assembling and deploying a string of threaded tubulars into a wellbore includes a pair of compensating bails and an elevator pivotally connected to the compensating bails. Each compensating bail includes: a first bail segment; a second bail segment; and a compensator connecting the respective first and second bail segments. Each compensator includes a load cylinder connected to the respective first bail segment and a linear actuator disposed in the respective load cylinder and operable to retract the respective second bail segment from a hoisting position to a ready position. Each second bail segment is engaged with the respective load cylinder in the hoisting position. The compensating bails are capable of supporting string weight in the hoisting position.

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Номер записи: 82
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Alarm systems and methods for preventing improper lifting of tubular members

Номер: US20140099175A1
Автор: Mark Guidry
Принадлежит: Mark Guidry

Systems and methods for preventing improper lifting of tubular members are described, in which sensing devices are used to detect when a tubular reaches a selected position within a lifting device suitable for engagement, and/or to detect when a lifting operation is initiated that would exceed the capacity of a lifting device. Operators are engaged with the tubular member and provided with a preselected force corresponding to the weight of one or more tubular members, such that when the weight of a lifting operation exceeds the preselected force, an audible device may be actuated responsive to sensor output, to immediately alert individuals, such that the improper lifting operation may be halted. Similarly, an audible device may be actuated responsive to sensor output when a tubular member reaches a selected position within the lifting device, such that additional movement may be ceased.

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Номер записи: 83
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Adjustable Riser Suspension and Sealing System

Номер: US20150000923A1
Автор: Van Adrichem Max, Vanderford Delbert Edwin
Принадлежит: Cameron International Corporation

An adjustable riser suspension system for suspending a riser under tension including a riser hanger, a mating sleeve rotationally coupled to the riser hanger, a ratchet-latch sleeve located inside the mating sleeve with an external profile configured to engage an internal profile of the mating sleeve and an internal profile configured to engage an externally threaded face of the riser. The riser hanger and mating sleeve are configured to move downward relative to the riser such that the mating sleeve fits over at least a portion of the riser, causing the ratchet-latch device to ratchet over the external threads of the riser. The mating sleeve is configured to rotate relative to the riser, causing the internal and external profiles of ratchet-latch device to lock the riser and the mating sleeve to prevent movement of the riser relative to the mating sleeve. 1. A running tool configured to manipulate an adjustable riser suspension system to suspend a riser under tension , comprising:a work string configured to detachably couple to the riser;a piston affixed to the work string;an expansion cylinder disposed about the piston, wherein the expansion cylinder is configured to communicate with a riser hanger coupled to a mating sleeve;an annular slug affixed to the work string, wherein the annular slug comprises a hydraulic conduit;hydraulic sleeves disposed about the upper and lower portions of the annular slug that define hydraulic chambers, wherein the hydraulic chambers are coupled by the hydraulic conduit and wherein each of the hydraulic sleeves further comprises a guide pin on its exterior surface; anda rotating sleeve disposed about the annular slug and having a helical groove on its interior surface, wherein the helical groove is engaged by the guide pins on the exterior surfaces of the hydraulic sleeves such that axial expansion of the hydraulic sleeves rotates the rotating sleeve.2. The running tool of claim 1 , wherein the expansion cylinder is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 84
01-01-2015 дата публикации

Gooseneck Conduit System

Номер: US20150000924A1
Автор: Gilmore David L., Puccio William F.
Принадлежит: Cameron International Corporation

A gooseneck conduit system for use with a telescoping joint of a subsea riser. In one embodiment, a riser telescoping joint includes a tube and a gooseneck conduit assembly affixed to the tube. The gooseneck conduit assembly includes a gooseneck conduit extending radially from the tube, and a tenon projecting from a rear face of the gooseneck conduit. The width of the tenon increases with distance from the rear face. The riser telescoping joint also includes a mortise channel extending along the length of the tube. The mortise channel is interlocks with the tenon and laterally secures the gooseneck conduit assembly to the tube. 1. An assembly to engage with a telescoping joint , comprising:a plate;a gooseneck conduit removably mounted to the plate; anda bumper disposed at a rear portion of the gooseneck conduit, the bumper comprising a tenon that mates with the telescoping joint and guides the gooseneck conduit unit into position on the telescoping joint.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the width of the tenon decreases with distance from the plate and increases with distance from the rear face.3. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a locking mechanism comprising a primary lock claim 1 , the primary lock comprising a locking member that is extendable from the rear of the gooseneck conduit unit to secure the gooseneck conduit unit to the telescoping joint.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the locking mechanism comprises a secondary lock claim 3 , the secondary lock comprising a pin that is extendable to lock the locking member in an extended position.5. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the primary lock comprises a hydraulic cylinder coupled to the locking member.6. The assembly of claim 3 , further comprising a lock state indicator that visibly indicates whether the locking member is extended.7. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the gooseneck conduit comprises a fluid flow channel claim 1 , and the diameter of the fluid flow channel is less than the ...

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Номер записи: 85
06-01-2022 дата публикации

ROD HANDLER APPARATUS IN CORE DRILLING

Номер: US20220003050A1
Автор: BERNARD Yves, BERNIER Jocelyn, LAROSE Daniel, Rose Mark
Принадлежит:

A rod handler apparatus for outer tubes and inner tubes, the rod handler apparatus has a manipulator arm adapted to be aligned with an elongated rod. An alignment jaw assembly is at a first end of the manipulator arm, the alignment jaw assembly translationally supports an inner tube and/or an outer tube in coaxial alignment with the elongated rod. A high-speed jaw assembly is at a second end of the manipulator arm, the high-speed jaw assembly adapted to support at least the inner tube, the high-speed jaw assembly operable to cause a translation of the inner tube in or out of the elongated rod. A low-speed jaw assembly is between the alignment jaw assembly and the high-speed jaw assembly, the low-speed jaw assembly adapted to support the outer tube, the low-speed jaw assembly operable to cause concurrent translation and rotation of the outer tube for screwing engagement with the elongated rod. 1. A rod handler apparatus for outer tubes and inner tubes , the rod handler apparatus comprising:a manipulator arm adapted to be aligned with an elongated rod;an alignment jaw assembly at a first end of the manipulator arm, the alignment jaw assembly adapted to translationally support an inner tube and/or an outer tube in coaxial alignment with the elongated rod;a high-speed jaw assembly at a second end of the manipulator arm, the high-speed jaw assembly adapted to support at least the inner tube, the high-speed jaw assembly operable to cause a translation of the inner tube in or out of the elongated rod; anda low-speed jaw assembly between the alignment jaw assembly and the high-speed jaw assembly, the low-speed jaw assembly adapted to support the outer tube, the low-speed jaw assembly operable to cause concurrent translation and rotation of the outer tube for screwing engagement with the elongated rod.2. The rod handler apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the alignment jaw assembly is actuatable in a single degree of freedom to clamp onto the inner tube and/or the outer ...

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Номер записи: 86
07-01-2016 дата публикации

PASSIVE HEAVE COMPENSATOR

Номер: US20160002012A1
Автор: Cannell David, LABBE Christophe, ODIGIE Eric, RIDDELL Shaun
Принадлежит: TECHNIP FRANCE

A passive heave compensator comprising: a main hydraulic cylinder, including a moveable piston having a piston rod extendible through the main hydraulic cylinder and a piston head, a gas phase above the piston head, and at least one oil phase below the piston head separated by a boundary; an upper connection point associated with the main hydraulic cylinder and a lower connection point associated with the piston rod; and at least one accumulator, the or each accumulator having a moveable separator to divide the accumulator between a gas phase above the separator, and an oil phase below the separator, and the or each oil phase being in communication with an oil phase in the main hydraulic cylinder; characterized in that the main hydraulic cylinder further comprises a cylinder sleeve co-axial with the piston head to provide, in co-ordination with the piston head, the boundary between the gas phase and the at least one oil phase in the main hydraulic cylinder. In this way, the variation in the coordination between the shape, longitudinal position, or both of the piston head, which naturally must be smaller in cross-section than the cross-section of the main hydraulic cylinder, and the transverse extent of the cylinder sleeve, provides variation in the cross-sectional area of oil volume in the main hydraulic cylinder, and thus different damping effects along the length of the main hydraulic cylinder, which are available to the user. 1. A passive heave compensator comprising:a main hydraulic cylinder, including a moveable piston having a piston rod extendible through the main hydraulic cylinder and a piston head, a gas phase above the piston head, and at least one oil phase below the piston head separated by a boundary;an upper connection point associated with the main hydraulic cylinder and a lower connection point associated with the piston rod; andat least one accumulator, the or each accumulator having a moveable separator to divide the accumulator between a gas ...

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Номер записи: 87
03-01-2019 дата публикации

SUBSEA WELLBORE OPERATIONS VESSEL

Номер: US20190002061A1
Автор: Roodenburg Joop, WIJNING Diederick Bernardus
Принадлежит: ITREC B.V.

A vessel adapted to perform subsea wellbore related operations involving a riser string between the subsea wellbore and the vessel. The vessel includes a hull having a deck, and a riser storage hold present within said hull below said deck. The riser storage hold comprising storage racks adapted to store therein parallel stacks of multiple riser sections and/or pre-assembled riser stands in a horizontal orientation. The vessel has an elongated riser transfer opening between said deck and said roof, and the riser transfer opening extending in a direction parallel to said storage racks. The vessel has horizontal rails extending along said opposite longitudinal sides of said riser transfer opening and a catwalk machine having a mobile catwalk machine frame that is movable over said horizontal rails. The catwalk machine is at least in a loading position that is above said riser transfer opening and in a riser upending position. 1. A vessel adapted to perform subsea wellbore related operations involving a riser string between the subsea wellbore and the vessel , said vessel comprising:a hull having a deck;a riser storage hold present within said hull below said deck, said riser storage hold comprising storage racks adapted to store therein parallel stacks of multiple riser sections and/or pre-assembled riser stands in a horizontal orientation, and said riser storage hold having a floor, side walls, and a roof;an elongated riser transfer opening between said deck and said roof, said riser transfer opening extending in a direction parallel to said storage racks, said riser transfer opening having opposite longitudinal sides, a length, and a width so as to allow for transfer of a single riser section or a single riser stand in horizontal orientation thereof via said riser transfer opening out of and into the riser storage hold;a riser transfer station arranged within said riser storage hold below said riser transfer opening and provided with a transfer elevator that is ...

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Номер записи: 88
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Coiled Tubing Injector With Limited Slip Chains

Номер: US20160002987A1
Автор: McCulloch David W., Steffenhagen Timothy S., Stewart William G., White William B.
Принадлежит:

A coiled tubing injector comprises a drive system for independently driving a plurality of chains independently but otherwise retarding relative motion between the driven chains when a chain begins to slip uncontrollably. 1. A coiled tubing injector , comprising:a plurality of chains, each of which is comprised of a continuous loop and carries a plurality of grippers, the plurality of chains being arranged for gripping tubing placed between the plurality of chains; the plurality of chains comprising at least two driven chains; anda drive system comprising at least two drive motors, each of the at least two drive motors being coupled, respectively, to one of the at least two driven chain for turning it, the drive system further comprising a controller for directing flow of power to each of the least two drive motors in order to permit different rotational speeds of the least two driven chains that is less than a difference indicating that one of the at least two driven chains is slipping, and to reduce the difference in rotational speeds when the difference in rotational speeds indicates that one of the at least two driven chains is slipping.2. The coiled tubing injector of claim 1 , wherein the at least two drive motors are variable displacement hydraulic motors that are coupled in parallel in a hydraulic power circuit; and wherein the controller dynamically changes displacement of at least one of the at least two drive motors to reduce the difference in rotational speeds between the at least two driven chains when the difference in rotational speeds indicates that one of the at least two driven chains is slipping.3. The coiled tubing injector of claim 1 , wherein the at least two drive motors are hydraulic motors that are coupled in parallel to separate branches of a hydraulic power circuit; and wherein the control circuit creates a shunt between the branches of the hydraulic circuit in order to reduce the difference in rotational speeds between the at least two ...

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Номер записи: 89
07-01-2016 дата публикации

EQUIPMENT TRANSPORT ASSEMBLY FOR DRILLING OPERATIONS AND METHOD OF TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT

Номер: US20160003011A1
Автор: Shafer Randall Scott
Принадлежит:

An equipment transport assembly for drilling operations includes at least one drilling operation component. Also included is a module structure including an interior region dimensioned to receive the at least one drilling operation component therein, wherein the module structure is configured to be loaded with the at least one drilling operation component at a location for transport to a remote underwater drilling site. Further included is at least one laser located proximate the underwater drilling site and configured to detect the size and position of the module structure and the at least one drilling operation component. Yet further included is a robot located at the underwater drilling site and configured to unload the at least one drilling operation component from the module structure and maneuver the at least one drilling operation component to be operatively coupled to an underwater drilling rig. 1. A method of transporting equipment for drilling operations comprising:loading at least one drilling operation component into a module structure;transporting the module structure from a location to a remote drilling site;detecting a size and a position of the module structure and the at least one drilling operation component with at least one laser located proximate the remote drilling site; andmaneuvering the at least one drilling operation component with a robot from the module structure into operative coupling with a drilling rig.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein loading the at least one drilling operation component comprises loading a plurality of components into a plurality of compartments of the module structure.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising locking the at least one drilling operation component with a locking element to restrain movement of the at least one drilling operation component within the module structure during transport.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one drilling operation component comprises tubular components to ...

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Номер записи: 90
04-01-2018 дата публикации

OFFSHORE DRILLING RIG AND A METHOD OF OPERATING THE SAME

Номер: US20180002987A1
Автор: HOLCK Jesper, KANNEGAARD Michael, McCOLL Allan
Принадлежит: Mærsk Drilling A/S

An offshore drilling rig includes a drill deck, at least one work center arranged in the drill deck; a diverter system operatively connectable at least to a riser extending towards the seafloor; a hoisting system adapted for raising or lowering tubular equipment through the work center; wherein the offshore drilling rig includes a first positioning system configured for positioning at least the work center and/or the diverter system and/or a riser tensioning system selectively at a first horizontal position and a second horizontal position, different from the first horizontal position; and wherein the hoisting system is operable to raise or lower tubular equipment through the work center when said work center is positioned at said first horizontal position. 179-. (canceled)80. An offshore drilling rig comprising:a drill deck;a first work center arranged in the drill deck;a diverter system operatively connectable to a riser extending towards the seafloor;a first hoisting system adapted for raising or lowering tubular equipment through the first work center;a second work center arranged in the drill deck horizontally spaced apart from the first work center;a second hoisting system adapted for raising or lowering tubular equipment through at least the second work center;a first positioning system configured for positioning at least the diverter system selectively at a first horizontal position and a second horizontal position, different from the first horizontal position; anda riser tensioning system operable to provide tension to said riser; wherein the first positioning system is further configured to position the riser tensioning system selectively at the first horizontal position and the second horizontal position;wherein the first hoisting system is operable to raise or lower tubular equipment through the first work center and through said diverter system at least when said diverter system is positioned at said first horizontal position and the drilling rig is ...

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Номер записи: 91
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Riser System

Номер: US20180002988A1
Автор: Hatton Stephen Anthony
Принадлежит:

A riser system with a primary conduit extends between a surface vessel and a subsea location and an auxiliary conduit that extends adjacent the primary conduit. In one example a composite jumper conduit extends from the surface vessel and is fluidly connected to the auxiliary conduit. The jumper conduit includes a composite material formed of at least a matrix and one or more reinforcing elements embedded within the matrix. In one example a subsea composite jumper conduit extends from subsea infrastructure and is fluidly connected to the auxiliary conduit. The subsea jumper conduit includes a composite material formed of at least a matrix and one or more reinforcing elements embedded within the matrix. 1. A riser system , comprising:a primary conduit extending between a surface vessel and a subsea location;an auxiliary conduit extending adjacent the primary conduit; anda composite jumper conduit extending from the surface vessel and being fluidly connected to the auxiliary conduit, said jumper conduit comprising a composite material formed of at least a matrix and one or more reinforcing elements embedded within the matrix, wherein the jumper conduit is located entirely above the auxiliary conduit, wherein the jumper conduit extends in a curved profile without defining any inflection point, wherein the jumper conduit is mounted on a reel located on the vessel and wherein the reel is operable to rotate to selectively pay-in and pay-out the jumper conduit therefrom to accommodate relative movement between the vessel and the auxiliary and/or primary conduits.2. The riser system according to claim 1 , defining a drilling riser system.3. The riser system according to claim 1 , wherein the composite material of the composite jumper conduit exhibits a higher strain rate to specific stress than an equivalent metallic component.4. The riser system according to claim 1 , wherein the composite material of the composite jumper conduit is formed to withstand or permit axial and/ ...

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Номер записи: 92
02-01-2020 дата публикации

GRIPPER ASSEMBLY FOR CONTINUOUS ROD

Номер: US20200003016A1
Автор: Basler Hermann
Принадлежит:

The present disclosure relates to a gripper assembly for handling continuous rod. The gripper assembly may include a gripper face with a gripper profile forming a surface in the gripper face and a texture on a portion of the surface. The texture has a plurality of ridges having a yield strength sufficient to transfer a shear force to the gripper assembly at least as large as a weight of a continuous rod. 120.-. (canceled)21. A gripper assembly for handling continuous rod , comprising:a housing; anda plurality of gripper bars rotatably disposed in the housing, each gripper bar having a gripper face defining a gripper bar profile, the gripper bar profiles collectively defining a gripper profile, wherein:rotation of at least one of the plurality of gripper bars changes the collectively defined gripper profile.22. The gripper assembly of claim 21 , wherein each gripper bar is rotatable independently of the other gripper bars.23. The gripper assembly of claim 21 , wherein:the plurality of gripper bars comprises two gripper bars; andeach gripper bar includes a gripper bar face having a gripper bar face width that is between about 40% and about 60% of a diameter of the respective gripper bar.24. The gripper assembly of claim 21 , wherein at least a portion of a surface of the gripper profile includes a plurality of ridges claim 21 , each of the plurality of ridges having a curvature of between about 0.5 and 1.5.25. The gripper assembly of claim 21 , wherein at least a portion of a surface of the gripper profile includes a texture having a depth of between about 0.010 inch and about 0.020 inch.26. The gripper assembly of claim 25 , wherein ridges of the texture have a yield strength sufficient to transfer a shear force to the gripper assembly at least as large as a weight of the continuous rod.27. The gripper assembly of claim 26 , wherein the yield strength of the ridges is between about 60 kilopound per square inch and about 85 kilopound per square inch.28. The gripper ...

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Номер записи: 93
02-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETECTING WIRELINE TOOLS

Номер: US20200003045A1
Автор: Carlson Aaron Mitchell, Martin Bradley Robert
Принадлежит: Intelligent Wellhead Systems Inc.

The present disclosure provides a system, an apparatus and a method for detecting line-attached tools in an above-surface portion of a well for use during well-work overs and/or interventions. The system includes the apparatus which comprises: a body for housing at least one magnetic-field generator and at least one magnetic-field sensor; and a tubular portion that is configured to be housed within the body. The tubular portion has a bore for receiving the line-attached tools and the at least one magnetic-field sensor is configured for detecting changes in the magnetic field caused by the line-attached tool approaching, moving through and/or moving away from the body. The system may further include a processor unit for receiving one or more signals from the at least one magnetic-field sensor and for determining the location and/or one or more dimensions of the line-attached tool while approaching, moving through or moving away from the body. 1. An apparatus for detecting a line-attached tool that is moving through a well , the apparatus comprising:(a) a body that defines a central passageway for receiving the line-attached tool therethrough;(b) at least one magnetic-field generator that is configured to generate a magnetic field that extends at least partially across the central passageway; and(c) at least one magnetic-field sensor that is configured for detecting a change in one or more properties of the magnetic field that are caused by the line-attached tool approaching, moving through or moving away from the magnetic field.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one magnetic-field generator is housed within the body.3. The apparatus of or claim 1 , wherein the at least one magnetic-field sensor is housed within the body.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the body is connectible with well in an arrangement where the central passage is substantially aligned with a central bore of the well.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the body is connectible ...

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Номер записи: 94
04-01-2018 дата публикации

COMPENSATOR DEVICE

Номер: US20180003257A1
Автор: Knol Albertus
Принадлежит: IHC Holland IE B.V.

A compensator device includes a hydraulic cylinder with a first end, a second end and an inner cylinder rod extending axially from the second end; and a piston rod with a piston movable axially within the cylinder. The inner cylinder rod has an end with a blocking diameter. The piston rod is generally hollow and includes a cavity to receive the blocking diameter of the inner cylinder rod. 1. A compensator device comprising:a hydraulic cylinder with a first end, a second end and an inner cylinder rod extending axially from the second end, the inner cylinder rod with an end with a blocking diameter; anda piston rod with a piston movable axially within the cylinder, the piston rod being generally hollow and with a cavity to receive the blocking diameter of the inner cylinder rod.2. The compensator device of claim 1 ,wherein a first pressure chamber is formed in the hollow cavity of the piston rod between the piston, the inner cylinder rod and an inner side of the piston rod;wherein a second pressure chamber is formed between an inner side of the cylinder at the second end and the piston; andwherein a third pressure chamber is formed between the inner side of the cylinder at the first end, the outer side of the piston rod and the piston.3. The compensator device of claim 2 , and further comprising:an inlet valve in fluid communication with the first pressure chamber and positioned to be selectively covered by the piston when the piston moves toward the first end of the cylinder;an outlet valve in fluid communication with the first pressure chamber for allowing fluid to exit the first pressure chamber;a fluid passage connecting to the third pressure chamber; anda pressure system to selectively provide pressurized fluid to the first pressure chamber and/or to the third pressure chamber for influencing movement of the piston rod and piston axially with respect to the cylinder.4. The compensator device of claim 3 , wherein the pressure system comprises:a pressure vessel ...

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Номер записи: 95
07-01-2021 дата публикации

MÉTODOS Y DISPOSITIVOS PARA EL MONITOREO DE ESFUERZOS, DESGASTE Y SUMERGENCIA EN POZOS PETROLEROS DESVIADOS CON BOMBEO MECÁNICO

Номер: US20210002998A1
Автор: GARRIZ Abel Esteban, MORENO Gustavo Ariel
Принадлежит:

Methods for monitoring and diagnosing the operation of a deviated oil well pumping system comprising sucker rod string driven by a polished rod, as well as devices for carrying out such methods, are described. The methods employ mathematical models incorporating phenomena not contemplated in the methods of the prior art, providing advantageous results for the adequate operation of a non-vertical oil well. 1. A method for determining the stress profile in an oil well pumping system comprising a sucker rod string operated by a polished-rod , based on the axial position of the sucker rod string , where the method comprises the following steps:a) obtaining a measurement of the position of the polished rod at the surface,b) obtaining a measurement of the force on the downhole pump,c) calculating the value of the force on the polished rod at the surface by numerically solving a system of equations representative of the pumping system in a natural generalized coordinates system using measurements of the position of the polished rod at the surface and the force on the downhole pump,d) calculating the stresses at each axial position of the rod string from the measurement of the force on the downhole pump and the value of the force on the polished rod at the surface calculated in c), ande) associating to each stress calculated in d) the corresponding axial position of the sucker rod string in order to obtain the stress profile.5. The method according to claim 1 , which also comprises the steps of:f) comparing the profile of axial stress obtained in step e) with a reference axial stress profile, andg) modifying an operating parameter of the pumping system based on the comparison made in f).6. The method according to claim 1 , which also comprises the calculation of the work per cycle of the pumping system.7. The method according to claim 1 , which also comprises the calculation of the number of stucking events per cycle of the pumping system.8. A method for diagnosing the ...

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Номер записи: 96
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Systems, Devices, and/or Methods for Managing Well Pumps

Номер: US20190003268A1
Автор: Harold David A.
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Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a reel, which defines a center aperture. The reel can be coupled to a motor and/or drive system, which can cause the reel to rotate. The motor and/or drive system has a relatively low output rotational speed of less than approximately 10 revolutions per minute. Once coupled, a flexible tube (e.g., a plastic tube and/or hose) that is coupled to a well pump can wrap around the reel and thereby lift a pump coupled to the flexible tube out of the ground. 1. A system comprising:a reel constructed to remove a well pump from a well, the reel defining a center aperture and comprising a tapered groove, the tapered groove comprising grit applied to the tapered groove; and the motor is constructed to rotate the reel at a rotational speed of less than 10 revolutions per minute; and', 'in operative embodiments, a flexible tube that is coupled to the well pump is gripped by the reel, thereby lifting the well pump coupled to the flexible tube out of the ground., 'a motor coupleable to the reel via the center aperture, wherein2. The device of claim 1 , wherein:the motor is coupled to the reel via a drive system.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein:the flexible tube is a plastic tube or hose.4. A system comprising:a reel constructed to remove a well pump from a well, wherein the reel defines a center aperture; and the motor is constructed to rotate the reel at a rotational speed of less than 10 revolutions per minute; and', 'in operative embodiments, a safety line that is coupled to a well pump is gripped by the reel, thereby lifting the well pump out of the ground., 'a motor coupleable to the reel via the center aperture, wherein5. A method comprising:causing a reel to be coupled to a motor and a flexible well pump pipe, wherein the motor causes the reel to rotate and roll the well pump pipe on or off the reel, thereby raising a well pump from a well or lowering the well pump into the well.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising: ...

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Номер записи: 97
03-01-2019 дата публикации

PIPE HANDLING ARM, AND A DRILLING FLOOR SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR PERFORMING FULLY AUTOMATIC WORK OPERATIONS ON A DRILLING FLOOR

Номер: US20190003269A1
Автор: Eilertsen Bjørn, Skjaerseth Odd B.
Принадлежит: West Drilling Products AS

A pipe handling arm is described comprising a permanently mounted pipe gripping tool with gripping devices for gripping and holding a tubular element. The pipe handling arm further comprises a first coupling half arranged on the pipe gripping tool for connection of a work tool capable of gripping, holding and moving a downhole device. There is also a drill floor system and a method for performing a plurality of fully automatic work operations on a drill floor, the drill floor system comprising at least one fully automatic pipe handling arm and at least one work tool for performing work operations on the drill floor. The at least one pipe handling arm and the at least one work tool are adapted for fully automatic connection of the at least one work tool to the at least one pipe handling arm and fully automatic disconnection of a connected work tool from the at least one pipe handling arm. The drill floor system further comprises a control system which at least is adapted for controlling the movements of the pipe handling arm, the automatic connection of a work tool to the at least one pipe handling arm and the automatic disconnection of a work tool from the at least one pipe handling arm such that a number of work operations on the drill floor, with the use of respective work tools, can be automated and performed without the assistance of personnel. 1. A pipe handling arm comprising a pipe gripping tool with gripping devices for gripping and holding a tubular element ,wherein the pipe handling arm further comprises a first coupling half of a coupling for fully automatic connection to a work tool and disconnection from the work tool, said first coupling half being arranged on the pipe gripping tool such that the work tool that comprises a second coupling half of said coupling, the second coupling half being complementarily shaped to the first coupling half on the pipe gripping tool, can be connected to and disconnected from the pipe handling arm.2. The pipe handling ...

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Номер записи: 98
03-01-2019 дата публикации

REMOTE FLUID GRIP TONG

Номер: US20190003270A1
Автор: Brown Dougal, Clostio, Jabusch Tyler, JR. Thomas J.
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A tubular gripping assembly includes a power tong housing configured to actuate between an open position and a closed position, one or more valves coupled to the power tong housing, an inflatable bladder apparatus coupled to an inner surface of the power tong housing and configured to grip a tubular member when the power tong housing is in the closed position and the inflatable bladder apparatus is inflated, a latch mechanism configured to secure the power tong housing in the closed position and configured to allow the power tong housing to actuate to the open position, and a remote-controller device in wireless communication with the one or more valves. The remote-controller device is configured to control the power tong housing, the inflatable bladder apparatus, and the latch mechanism. 1. A tubular gripping assembly , comprising:a power tong housing configured to actuate between an open position and a closed position;one or more valves coupled to the power tong housing;an inflatable bladder apparatus coupled to an inner surface of the power tong housing and configured to grip a tubular member when the power tong housing is in the closed position and the inflatable bladder apparatus is inflated;a latch mechanism configured to secure the power tong housing in the closed position and configured to allow the power tong housing to actuate to the open position; anda remote-controller device in wireless communication with the one or more valves, wherein the remote-controller device is configured to control the power tong housing, the inflatable bladder apparatus, and the latch mechanism.2. The tubular gripping assembly of claim 1 , wherein the latch mechanism enables a flow of hydraulic fluid.3. The tubular gripping assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a hydraulic actuator coupled to the power tong housing claim 1 , wherein the remote-controller device is in wireless communication with the hydraulic actuator and signals the hydraulic actuator to actuate the power ...

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Номер записи: 99
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Apparatus to transmit axial force to a snubbing unit's slip assembly, including during rotation

Номер: US20190003493A1
Автор: Smith Nathan
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In one aspect there is provided an apparatus to transmit hydraulic force to a snubbing unit's traveling slip assembly. The apparatus comprises a first hydraulic power source having a hydraulic connection to the traveling slip assembly, a hydraulic power source actuator to actuate the hydraulic power source to cause it to transmit hydraulic force to or from the traveling slip assembly. Rotation isolation means are provided to rotationally isolate the hydraulic power source actuator from the first hydraulic power source, and to transfers axial and radial loads between the hydraulic power source actuator and the first hydraulic power source. The first hydraulic power source is mounted to the traveling slip assembly so as to co-rotate therewith. 1. An apparatus to transmit hydraulic force to a snubbing unit's traveling slip assembly , the apparatus comprising:{'b': '32', 'a first hydraulic power source having a hydraulic connection to the traveling slip assembly;'}{'b': 65', '32, 'a hydraulic power source actuator to actuate the hydraulic power source to cause it to transmit hydraulic force to or from the traveling slip assembly; and'}{'b': 65', '32', '65', '32, 'rotation isolation means to rotationally isolate the hydraulic power source actuator from the first hydraulic power source , and to transfers axial and radial loads between the hydraulic power source actuator and the first hydraulic power source ;'}{'b': '32', 'wherein the first hydraulic power source is mounted to the traveling slip assembly so as to co-rotate therewith.'}232c.. The apparatus of wherein the first hydraulic power source comprises at least one first hydraulic ram cylinder3323232132csb. The apparatus of wherein the at least one first hydraulic ram cylinder comprises a shaft having a longitudinal axis capable of moving an interior sealed piston within a cylinder that contains a predetermined amount of hydraulic fluid.432321c. The apparatus of wherein the at least one first hydraulic ram cylinder ...

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Номер записи: 100