Вывод подводного телефонного кабеля со дна водоема на поверхность

Устройство для подключения гибкогоКАбЕля K пОдВОдНОй СТАНции

Кабельная линия

Сущность изобретения: кабельная линия содержит равномерно распределенные по длине кабеля поплавки, установленные с возможностью съема. Каждый поплавок включает соединенные на резьбе верхнюю ниппельную и нижнюю муфтовую части, имеющие каждая радиальную прорезь с шириной не менее диаметра центрального канала , в котором размещен кабель. Части поплавка фиксируются в сочлененном положении одна относительно другой с помощью пружинного фиксатора, а на кабеле - с помощью разрезной втулки из эластичного материала. 2 з.п. ф-лы, 2 ил.

Process and device for the transport of electrical energy to high voltage, by underwater way.

Showy formula photovoltaic array's on water cable system and showy formula photovoltaic array

Cable floating body structure for water surface floating photovoltaic power station

The utility model discloses a cable floating body structure for a water surface floating photovoltaic power station, which comprises a plurality of floating bodies, cable fixing clamps and floating body connecting pieces, connecting plates are respectively arranged on two sides of the floating bodies at intervals, jacks are arranged on the connecting plates, the cable fixing clamps are connected above the floating bodies in a matched manner, and the cable fixing clamps are connected above the floating bodies in a matched manner. The floating body connecting piece is used for clamping a cable, two limiting blocking bodies are arranged in the middle of the floating body connecting piece in a spaced mode, the two ends of the floating body connecting piece are each connected with a one-way plug, and the one-way plugs are inserted into the inserting holes of the connecting plates on the same side of the adjacent floating bodies in a matched mode to achieve connection between the floating bodies ...

DISPOSITIF DE SUSPENSION OU DE MANUTENTION, ET SON APPLICATION A LA REALISATION DE STOPPEURS-FLOTTEURS

Dispositif de suspension ou de manutention, notamment pour éléments de forme allongée tels que câbles, tuyaux ou tubes, caractérisé en ce qu'il est constitué par au moins un cylindre ouvrant muni d'une charnière suivant l'une de ses génératrices et de moyens de verrouillage disposés suivant sa génératrice opposée, la surface intérieure de chacune des deux coquilles hémicylindriques formant ledit cylindre ouvrant étant pourvue d'un vérin souple à membrane déformable, de manière à constituer une pince ou gaine de serrage. L'invention vise également un ensemble stoppeur-flotteur pour câbles de liaison entre un navire support de surface et un engin sous-marin, remarquable en ce qu'il comprend un stoppeur formé par une pince réalisée de la manière indiquée ci-dessus, et un flotteur destiné à être immergé, solidaire dudit stoppeur, par exemple au moyen de deux élingues.

INSPECTING DEVICE OF the INSTALLATION UNDER ONE Great depth Of WATER Of a CABLE OR a FLEXIBLE PIPING

FLEXIBLE-ELONGATE-ELEMENT CLAMP

A flexible-elongate-element clamp (12) for holding a flexible elongate element when overboarding or onboarding the flexible elongate element from or to a vessel (14). The clamp (12) comprises at least two clamp elements (26) for clamping the flexible elongate element (18) therebetween. Each clamp element (26) has a clamping surface (28) and at least one of the clamp elements (26) is expandable from a non-clamping condition to a clamping condition so that in use the flexible elongate element (18) is clamped between the clamping surfaces (28). At least one of the clamping surfaces (28) is flexible.

Wellsite cable support assembly and method of using same

A cable support, cable support assembly, and method of supporting a cable is disclosed. The cable support includes a body having a base portion and a ball portion with a cable channel to receive a cable therethrough. The body includes a plurality of axial segments movable between an open position to access the cable channel and a closed position to enclose the cable in the channel. The base portion has a cavity to receive the ball portion of another cable support whereby the cable is flexibly supported.

Energiekabelanordnung für Offshore-Windparks

Die Anmeldung betrifft eine Energiekabelanordnung (100, 200, 300, 400, 500), insbesondere Seeenergiekabelanordnung (100, 200, 300, 400, 500), für Offshore-Windparks, umfassend mindestens eine Kabeltrommelvorrichtung (102, 202, 302, 402, 502) mit einer Kabeltrommel (104, 204, 304, 404, 504), und mindestens ein auf der Kabeltrommel (104, 204, 304, 404, 504) aufgewickeltes Energiekabel (108, 208, 508) mit zumindest einem Kabelende (110, 112, 210, 212, 510, 512), das eingerichtet ist zum Vorinstallieren an einem Kabelanschluss (566, 568) einer Windenergievorrichtung (562, 564), wobei das Energiekabel (108, 208, 508) auf der Kabeltrommel (104, 204, 304, 404, 504) aufgewickelt ist, derart, dass ein erstes Teilstück (114, 214) des Energiekabels (108, 208, 508) gegensinnig zu einem weiteren Teilstück (116, 216) des Energiekabels (108, 208, 508) gewickelt ist.

An offshore cable and methods for installation

An offshore cable 100 for offshore installation from a vessel comprises a plurality of buoyancy members 110 where at least two of the plurality of buoyancy members are fixed relative to the offshore cable, such that axial movement there along is restricted. At least one of the plurality of buoyancy members is at least one moveable buoyancy member and is located on the offshore cable axially intermediate the at least two fixed buoyancy members. The axial movement of the at least one moveable buoyancy member may be restricted by the at least two fixed buoyancy members. An offshore cable (100, Fig 6) with buoyancy members (110a-d, Fig 6) shaped to have surfaces engageable with adjacent buoyancy members when the cable is bent is also disclosed. A method of installing an offshore cable with a plurality of buoyancy members by applying tension to the cable to unwind the cable from a cable storage apparatus is disclosed.

ARRANGEMENT OF SUPPORTING BUOYS FOR A FLEXIBLE UNDERWATER PIPING

PROCESS AND DEVICE OF TRANSPORT Of ENERGY PER UNDERWATER WAY BY MEANS OF TUBULAR CONDUITS

Cable shroud for submarine cables laying equipment - has inflatable panels in two part structure hinged on one-side and contg. interlocking sleeves along other

A BUOYANCY MODULE, A CLAMP FOR THE BUOYANCY MODULE, AND A METHOD OF MOUNTING THE BUOYANCY MODULE ONTO AN UNDERWATER PIPE

A clamp (13) for a buoyancy module (1) comprises a plurality of part-annular clamp sections (13') connected to each other by hinges (21). The buoyancy module (1) is fastened around a subsea pipe (2) by pushing it over the pipe (2) while one of the hinges (21) is open and the clamp sections (13') pulled apart, after which the clamp (13) is closed around the pipe (2) and the hinge (21) is assembled by driving a pin (19) through hinge knuckles (16a, 16b). Finally, a buoyancy body (9) is locked around the clamp (13).

POWER LEAD FOR SWIMMING POOL CLEANING ROBOT

The invention relates to a power lead for a swimming pool cleaning robot. Said power lead comprises a rotary connector and a buoyancy means supporting said rotary connector. An upper part of said buoyancy means is a cap shaped to slide under a swimming pool cover, under the effect of a traction exerted by the swimming pool cleaning robot on the buoyancy means through the power lead. 1. Power lead for a swimming pool cleaning robot , said power lead comprising a rotary connector and a buoyancy means supporting said rotary connector , characterized in that an upper part of said buoyancy means is a cap shaped to slide under a swimming pool cover , under the effect of a traction exerted by the swimming pool cleaning robot on the buoyancy means through the power lead.2. Power lead according to claim 1 , comprising a projection supported by said buoyancy means.3. Power lead according to claim 2 , wherein said projection can be extracted from said buoyancy means.4. Power lead according to any one of the preceding claim 1 , comprising two rotary connectors situated at right angles to one another.5. Power lead according to claim 1 , wherein said power lead is torsionally rigid.6. Power lead according to claim 1 , wherein said rotary connector is connected to said buoyancy means by a 2-DoF (Degrees of Freedom) ball joint. The field of the invention is the field of swimming pool accessories. More specifically, the invention relates to a power lead for a swimming pool cleaning robot.In the field of swimming pools there are notably robots that enable the surfaces of swimming pools to be cleaned. These robots are submerged in the swimming pools.At the present time, the robot is controlled by a control device that is not submerged in the pool. In order to supply electrical power to the robot, the control device is connected to the robot by a power lead.The robot is directed to clean the surfaces of the swimming pool such as a bottom surface and lateral surfaces. The robot ...

METHOD OF LAYING UNDERWATER CABLE

SUPPORT FOR UNDERWATER CABLE FOR FLOATING BODY

Плавсредство для поддержания на плаву кабельных трасс

KAБEЛЬHAЯ ЛИHИЯ

Seekabelschwimmer

Assembly of support buoys for a flexible submarine pipeline

Device for guiding a surface link cable for a submerged robot

The invention relates to a device for guiding a cable (110, 120) for linking a submerged robot, in particular a robot for cleaning swimming pools, to the device for controlling and powering same, said guiding device comprising: a. a coupling including a rotary connector (141, 142), connected by one side to a first floating portion (110) of the linking cable extending from the control and power device to said coupling and, by the other side, to a second portion (120) of the linking cable extending from said coupling to the submerged robot; b. a floating mounting (100) including: bi. a float (130); bii. an interface (143, 243) for mechanically linking the rotary connector to said float; and biii. a hood (135, 335) extending above the surface when the floating mounting is submerged in a liquid and removably connected to the float; c. in which the mechanical link between the float and the rotary coupling is a ball-and-socket link.

APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONNECTING A FLEXIBLE LINE TO A SUBSEA STATION

APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONNECTING A FLEXIBLE LINE TO A SUBSEA STATION An apparatus for attaching a flexible line, such as a multiconductor electric cable for power and control circuits, a single flexible hose, or conventional flexible cables to a subsea station by remotely controlled means and without the assistance of divers or diver capsules or submarines. The apparatus includes a cable connecting frame structure upon which is pivotally mounted a socket-like container means which receives a receptacle means connected at one end of a flexible power cable or line. The frame structure is adapted to be releasably attached to the subsea station. A plug assembly is receivable by the socket-like container for electrical engagement with the receptacle means, and lock means holds the socket-line container in a selected position with respect to the subsea station. A method of connecting a flexible line to subsea station in which a cable connecting frame structure carrying a socket-like container ...

Protective anchor chain for snake-shaped cable

A POWER CABLE ARRANGEMENT FOR AN OFFSHORE WIND POWER PARK AND A METHOD FOR ESTABLISHING AND DISESTABLISHING A POWER CABLE ARRANGEMENT

Device for controlling the laying of a cable or flexible pipeline in deep water

Устройство для подачи электрического тока на суда

DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING MOVING A CABLE OR A FLEXIBLE PIPING IN DEEP WATER.

Device for guiding a surface link cable for a submerged robot

The invention relates to a device for guiding a cable (110, 120) for linking a submerged robot, in particular a robot for cleaning swimming pools, to the device for controlling and powering same, said guiding device comprising: a. a coupling including a rotary connector (141, 142), connected by one side to a first floating portion (110) of the linking cable extending from the control and power device to said coupling and, by the other side, to a second portion (120) of the linking cable extending from said coupling to the submerged robot; b. a floating mounting (100) including: bi. a float (130); bii. an interface (143, 243) for mechanically linking the rotary connector to said float; and biii. a hood (135, 335) extending above the surface when the floating mounting is submerged in a liquid and removably connected to the float; c. in which the mechanical link between the float and the rotary coupling is a ball-and-socket link.

MEANS FOR MONITORING THE LAYING OF A DEEP SEA CABLE OR FLEXIBLE PIPELINE

一种海缆浮力弯曲限制方法及弯曲限制器

... 本发明公开了一种海缆浮力弯曲限制器，包括若干个首尾依次连接的限制单元，限制单元包括中心设有电缆通道的主筒体，电缆通道是位于主筒体中心的腔体，该腔体沿主筒体的轴线方向贯通主筒体；电缆通道分为依次连通的通入段、活动段以及通出段，其中活动段的直径大于通入段以及通出段的直径；主筒体分为活动部、主体部以及容纳部，其中活动部与电缆通道的活动段配合，活动部与电缆通道的配合需要满足以下条件：活动部能够在活动段内倾斜一定的角度，且活动部不会脱离电缆通道的活动段；主筒体的容纳部上设有弯曲角度调节单元；本发明能够适应性的调整弯曲限制器所限制的弯曲幅度，适应性的改变对于海缆的弯曲幅度的限制。 ...

PROCESS AND DEVICE OF TRANSPORT Of ENERGY PER UNDERWATER WAY BY MEANS OF TUBULAR CONDUITS

ferramenta de instalação submarina, e, método para instalar um corpo flexível no leito do mar

Устройство для проводки транспортного средства с опорами под линией электропередачи

EINRICHTUNG ZUR UEBERGABE VON AUS EINER UNTER WASSER ANGEORDNETEN SCHLEIFLEITUNG UEBER EINEN STROMABNEHMER ENTNOMMENER ELEKTROENERGIE AN EIN WASSERFAHRZEUG

VORRICHTUNG ZUM KONTROLLIEREN DES VERLEGENS EINES KABELS ODER EINER FLEXIBLEN ROHRLEITUNG IN TIEFEM WASSER.

Connection system and method for subsea cables in severe enviroments

A technique facilitates the reliable connection of cables in subsea environments. A cablehead system is designed to reliably connect cables to subsea components while providing long term protection of the connection in potentially harsh, subsea environments. The cablehead system comprises a cable clamp housing which may be coupled to a bulkhead assembly by a cavity housing which provides space for routing of internal communication lines. One or more additional protective components are incorporated into the cablehead system to ensure a reliable connection and to further protect the internal communication lines from exposure to the surrounding environment.

Submersible flotation collar

A method of forming a two- component plastics structure, having an outer shell and an internal core is described. The internal core of the final structure is formed in a first moulding process and the outer shell is then moulded around the pre- formed core.

Buoyancy device

Clip-over sleeve for manipulation of large cylindrical objects - uses two hemi-cylindrical shells with expanding inner lining which is pressurised to grip pipe or cable

DISPOSITIF POUR MANUTENTIONNER OU SUSPENDRE DES CABLES OU DES TUYAUX

LA PRESENTE INVENTION A POUR OBJET UN DISPOSITIF POUR MANUTENTIONNER OU SUSPENDRE DES CABLES 16 OU DES TUYAUX, COMPORTANT UN FOURREAU CYLINDRIQUE 2 OUVERT A SES EXTREMITES ET COMPOSE DE DEUX PARTIES HEMICYLINDRIQUES 22 COMPORTANT DES VERINS DE SERRAGE SOUPLES 1011 A MEMBRANE DEFORMABLE, FIXES A LA FACE INTERNE DESDITES PARTIES, LESQUELS VERINS MIS EN PRESSION ENSERRENT LEDIT CABLE 16 OU LEDIT TUYAU EN VUE DE LE SOLIDARISER TEMPORAIREMENT AUDIT FOURREAU 2 PENDANT LA PHASE DE MANUTENTION OU DE SUSPENSION ET SE CARACTERISE PAR LE FAIT QUE LE FOURREAU 2 COMPORTE DES MOYENS DE VERROUILLAGE 78 DESDITES PARTIES HEMICYLINDRIQUES 22 ET DES MOYENS 13 POUR PROVOQUER LE DEBOITEMENT DANS LE SENS DIAMETRAL XX1 D'UNE PARTIE PAR RAPPORT A L'AUTRE, EN VUE D'OBTENIR L'OUVERTURE DU FOURREAU 2 POUR DEGAGER LE CABLE 16 OU LE TUYAU A LA FIN DE LA PHASE DE MANUTENTION OU DE SUSPENSION. TROUVE SON APPLICATION DANS LE CADRE DES TRAVAUX TERRESTRES OU MARITIMES ET NOTAMMENT DANS LE DOMAINE SOUS-MARIN.

SUBMARINE CABLE BURYING DEVICE AND METHOD THEREOF

The present invention relates to a submarine cable burying device and a method thereof. A cable supplying barge and a tow barge are settled and disposed on the sea, a plow leading and moving a marine cable in the sea-bed from a cable supporter of the cable supplying barge on the bottom of the sea. The plow is moved and adjusted based on a suction file through a crane and a concrete weight as a tow wire on the sea-bed. The marine cable is buried for each section to the corresponding buried point through a plow side mandrel, so that a work environment in which suspended sediment of the sea-bed is significantly reduced and the number of divers mobilized underwater according to a marine cable work is reduced. Reduction of the air and the costs for a burying work according to a cable burying can be significantly reduced by smoothly burying the marine cable to the corresponding point without an excavation work and a backfill work of the sea-bed by using an existing waterjet. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 ...

Böjningsbegränsande anordning för en kabel ansluten till en flytande marin installation eller farkost

POWER CABLE FOR A POOL-CLEANING ROBOT

FLOATER

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a floater for fixing a tubular section having buoyancy to the circumference of a pipe or a cable in which a floater of one size can be fixed to pipes or cables of broad size to some extent, and the kinds of size of the floater can be reduced. SOLUTION: The tubular section 4 is formed in multilayer structure of a plurality of foamed synthetic resin layers wherein the innermost foamed synthetic resin layer is a low density foamed synthetic resin layer. For example, the tubular section has a three-layer structure where the innermost layer 6 is a low density foamed synthetic resin layer, the outermost layer 10 is a high density foamed synthetic resin layer, and the intermediate layer 8 is an intermediate density foamed synthetic resin layer having the middle density between those of the innermost layer and the outermost layer. COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI ...

Set of floaters for flexible submarine pipe

The invention relates to an assembly of support buoys (12) for a flexible submarine pipeline (10) which is designed for the transport of hydrocarbons. The inventive assembly of buoys includes: a plurality of buoys (12) which can be installed gradually on at least one portion of the flexible submarine pipeline (10) and fixing means which can be used to block the translational movement of the buoys (12) on said portion of the pipeline (10). According to the invention, the fixing means include: a coupling line (14) which connects each of the buoys (12) successively to one another, the translational movement of each of said buoys being gradually blocked on the coupling line (14); and connecting means (16, 18) which maintain the coupling line (14) taut along said portion of the pipeline (10).

CONNECTING A FLEXIBLE LINE TO A SUBSEA STATION

BUOYANCY DEVICE AND METHOD

MODULAR BUOYANCY ELEMENT

The buoyancy element comprises a plurality of, and preferably two, buoyancy modules interconnected to form a buoyancy element around the electrical cable or pipeline, wherein a first buoyancy module is provided with at least one first fastening element and a second buoyancy module is provided with at least one second fastening element, and wherein the first fastening element comprises a snap element that snaps onto the second fastening element when the first buoyancy module is secured to the second buoyancy module. According to one aspect, a single embodiment of the buoyancy module comprises both the first fastening element and the second fastening element, oriented such that two identical buoyancy modules may be clamped together, whereby mutually cooperating first and second fastening elements of the respective modules align in locking engagement. This aspect of the invention reduces production costs, as only a single type of module needs to be manufactured.

For the protection of the buoy watertight structure of the cable assembly

Underwater cable balancing weight

Floater type cable laying apparatus

Cable supporting device of water photovoltaic power station

The invention discloses a cable supporting device of an overwater photovoltaic power station, and mainly relates to the technical field of cable bridges. Comprising an upper clamping plate and a lower clamping plate, grooves are formed in one side of the upper clamping plate and one side of the lower clamping plate, an air bag is clamped between the two grooves, a buffer groove is formed in the bottom of the upper clamping plate, a buffer block slidably connected with the buffer groove is arranged at the top of the lower clamping plate, and a check block is arranged at the end of the buffer block; a buffer spring is arranged between the stop block and the lower clamping plate, the side face of the buffer groove is provided with a flexible part making contact with the buffer block, the cable located on the upper side of the buoy is provided with a loosening part, the two ends of the loosening part are each provided with a clamping device, the middle of the loosening part is provided with ...

Cable shroud for submarine cables laying equipment - has inflatable panels in two part structure hinged on one-side and contg. interlocking sleeves along other

POWER CABLE IMPROVED FOR A POOL CLEANER AND A POOL CLEANER EQUIPPED WITH SUCH A CABLE

L'invention concerne un câble (1) d'alimentation électrique pour robot (2) de piscine, comportant au moins deux conducteurs électriques gainés repris dans une gaine isolante souple commune surmontée d'un manchon en matériau de flottabilité qui comporte au moins un tronçon (1a) en forme d'hélice circulaire, de spirale plane ou formant des méandres qui comporte sur sa longueur un élément ressort préformé donnant ladite forme du tronçon. L'invention concerne en outre un robot de piscine équipé d'un tel câble.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONNECTING A FLEXIBLE CABLE WITH A SUBSEA STATION

Submarine cable for high voltage energy transmission - maintained at predetermined depth by anchoring cables and buoyancy chambers

TRANSFER DEVICE FOR UNDER WATER WITH BUOYANCY

RETRACTABLE EARPIECE FOR TRANSPORTATION MEANS AUDIO DEVICE

Transportation means do not have built-in retractable earpieces (20) assemblies, a design for a retractable earpiece, stored inside a pocket of the automobile door panel, and the seat armrest (24) in planes., is a solution. Earpiece (20) wire (25) from one end is attached to the tension reel (39) which is enclosing a developed design of a smaller size lightweight wavy spiral spring (40) biased to the retraction protective built-in housing, in a small size, that protect the earphones from being misplaced away. Pulling the wire (25) will rotate the tension reel (39) in a way that will create a two expansion motions for the spiral wavy spring (40), the two types of motion offers a shortened spring which saves space... Further a ratchet lock system (56) with cylindrical teeth and ratchet arm end is provided to cancel the use of the conventional release button.

DEVICE FOR GUIDING A SURFACE LINK CABLE FOR A SUBMERGED ROBOT

The invention relates to a device for guiding a cable (110, 120) for linking a submerged robot, in particular a robot for cleaning swimming pools, to the device for controlling and powering same, said guiding device comprising: a. a coupling including a rotary connector (141, 142), connected by one side to a first floating portion (110) of the linking cable extending from the control and power device to said coupling and, by the other side, to a second portion (120) of the linking cable extending from said coupling to the submerged robot; b. a floating mounting (100) including: bi. a float (130); bii. an interface (143, 243) for mechanically linking the rotary connector to said float; and biii. a hood (135, 335) extending above the surface when the floating mounting is submerged in a liquid and removably connected to the float; c. in which the mechanical link between the float and the rotary coupling is a ball-and-socket link.

FLEXIBLE RISER LINE

PURPOSE: To prevent the concentration of tension and the extreme reduction of the radius of curvature by holding the intermediate section of a flexible riser by a plurality of submarine holders and forming a plurality of curved chevron sections approximately standing side to said intermediate section. CONSTITUTION: The intermediate section of a flexible riser 5 laid near a flotation type facility 1 is held by a plurality of submarine holders 6 at intervals in approximately the cross direction. The flexible riser 5 is composed of trough sections 5a, 5c, curved chevron sections 5b, 5d and a drooping curved section 5e. The submarine holders 6, split buoy group devices 6, consist of buoy groups divided into the plural. The split buoy group devices 6 are constituted of two- piece cylindrical type fixed buoys 6a and two-piece movable buoys 6b with wing pieces rotatably installed around the flexible riser 5. The wing pieces 67 of the movable buoys 6b function as stabilizers at a time when the ...

Buoyancy device

BUOYANCY DEVICE AND METHOD

An improved turbine installation method

BUOYANCY DEVICE AND METHOD

BUOYANCY DEVICE AND METHOD Buoys for use in submarine cable and pipe laying are fastened to the cable or pipe by lengths of line stored within the buoys. The buoys descend with the cable to a point where they are unaffected by wave action. Water is free to enter the bottom of the buoys and compress the gas therein, thus reducing buoyancy and, through the release of a brake, controlled, in turn, by a float, allowing the line from which the cable or pipe is suspended to pay out.

Location seal off device of pipeline or cable line

CONTROL DEVICE PROVIDES A LARGE DEPTH OF WATER UNDER A CABLE OR A FLEXIBLE PIPE

Clip-over sleeve for manipulation of large cylindrical objects - uses two hemi-cylindrical shells with expanding inner lining which is pressurised to grip pipe or cable

CONNECTOR

An elongate connector for subsea connection of cables and the like to wind turbine generators has a plurality of locking elements arranged on ramp surfaces and held in a plurality of cages on the connector. The cages are moveable to move the locking elements along the ramp surfaces between an engaged position and a disengaged position and the plurality of cages are moveable independently of each other. A release collar is provided, which can move all the cages simultaneously to the disengaged position, in order to allow removal of the connector. 1. An elongate connector having a plurality of locking elements arranged on ramp surfaces and held in at least one cage on the connector , whereby the at least one cage is moveable to move the locking elements along the ramp surfaces between an engaged position and a disengaged position; characterised by a sleeve arranged radially of the cage and having slots therein , whereby the locking elements move radially through the slots from the disengaged position to the engaged position.2. An elongate connector according to wherein the slots extend axially and the locking elements move axially as they move radially through the slot.3. An elongate connector according to wherein the slots are shaped to retain the locking elements in the connector.4. (canceled)5. An elongate connector having a plurality of locking elements arranged on ramp surfaces and held in at least one cage on the connector whereby the at least one cage is movable to move the locking elements along the ramp surfaces from a disengaged position to an engaged position; the locking elements being movable in the at least one cage to a further claim 1 , detach position.6. An elongate connector according to wherein the locking elements move in the same radial sense from the engaged position to the disengaged position and from the engaged position to the detach position.7. An elongate connector according to wherein the locking elements move radially inwardly from the ...

Underwater cable connection sealing device

Dispositif de controle de la pose sous une grande profondeur d'eau d'un cable ou d'une tuyauterie flexible

Dispositif de controle de la pose sous une grande profondeur d'eau d'un cable ou d'une tuyauterie flexible 1 a partir d'un navire 22. Il comporte un fourreau enfile sur le cable ou la tuyauterie flexible et muni de moyens de glissement tangentiel a ces derniers 4 et de moyens 3A de mesure de variables liees a la position du fourreau et de transmission de leurs valeurs, des moyens 8 a flottabilite positive relies mecaniquement au fourreau, une chainette auxiliaire 19 suspendue a ce dernier et s'etendant jusqu'au fond, la masse par unite de longueur de la chainette, et les masses et volumes du fourreau et des moyens de flottabilite positive etant tels que le fourreau se maintienne autour de la partie du cable qui est situee a une hauteur sensiblement constante au-dessus du fond 21, ladite hauteur etant relativement faible par rapport a la profondeur du fond. Application a la pose de cables sous-marins d'energie ou d'oleoducs ou gazoducs sous-marins.

해상풍력 바이오 수소 융복합 발전 시스템

... 본 발명의 해상풍력 바이오 수소 융복합 발전 시스템은 해상풍력발전 단지,상기 해상풍력발전 단지에 위치하여 수산생물의 양식이 이루어지는 수산업 양식 설비, 상기 해상풍력발전 단지와 연결되는 해상 변전설비, 해양 바이오매스로부터 바이오에너지를 생성하는 바이오에너지 플랜트, 해수를 전기분해하여 수소가스를 생산하는 수소 플랜트, 및 상기 바이오에너지 플랜트와 상기 수소 플랜트에서 생성된 수소를 저장하는 수소저장탱크를 포함하며, 상기 해상 변전설비에 상기 수소 플랜트, 상기 바이오에너지 플랜트 및 상기 수소저장탱크가 일체형으로 통합되어 구성하는 해상풍력-수산업 공존과 수소에너지 변환, 해양 바이오에너지를 융합한 통합 발전시스템에 관한 것이다.

BEND LIMITING DEVICE FOR A CABLE CONNECTED TO A FLOATING MARINE INSTALLATION OR VESSEL

A bend limiting device (100) for a cable (101') comprising at least one elongated sleeve member (104) with an entrance end (105) exhibiting an entrance opening (106) and an opposite exit end (107) exhibiting an exit opening (108) for the cable (101"), an outer abutment surface (109), disposed between the entrance end (105) and the exit end (107), for securing against a rigid surface (110) of a floating marine installation (103) or vessel, an axially th rough-going hole (111) between the entrance opening (106) and the exit opening (108) for accommodating a portion (101"') of the cable, and at least one clamping device (112) for securing said sleeve member (104) in a fixed position a round the cable portion (101"). The outer abutment surface (109) of the sleeve member (104) is configured to allow it to be secured against the rigid surface (110) by applying a pulling force (Fl) on the cable (101) in a direction from the abutment surface (109) to the rigid surface (110), as well as to be detached ...

ENERGY SUPPLY DEVICE

The invention relates to an energy supply device for supply lines such as cables, hoses and other lines, particularly for supplying machines in the offshore field which are used under water, such as for supplying drill heads which drill substantially vertically downward. The essential novel features according to the invention are that the energy supply device is designed as an energy supply chain (1; 15), the energy supply chain (1; 15) has at least two parallel load strands (3; 16) having tabs (4; 17) arranged consecutively, the tabs (4; 17) are made of flexible, water-resistant material and are permanently connected together with the adjacent tabs into a load strand (3; 16) via coupling elements (5; 18), at least one respective tensile-resistant, water-resistant cable (6; 20) is guided through each of the load strands (3; 16) extending over the entire length of the energy supply chain (1; 15), the load strands (3; 16) formed from the tabs (4; 17) are connected to one another by cross-bridges ...

POWER CABLE FOR A POOL-CLEANING ROBOT

The invention relates to a power cable (10) for a pool-cleaning robot. The power cable (10) comprises a rotating connector (20) and a flotation means (30) supporting said rotating connector (20). An upper part of the flotation means (30) is a cap shaped to slide under a pool cover (50) under the effect of traction exerted by the pool-cleaning robot on the flotation means (30) by means of the power cable (70).

MULTIFUNCTIONAL PLIERS

Several embodiments of an improved multifunction hand tool, such as electricians' pliers (10) are disclosed. The hand tool may comprise one or more of. a deburring section (44); a bore (28) for bending wire; sheath stripping die (37, 41); conductor insulation stripping die (33, 37, 43, 46); wire cutter (38); and shaped notch (42) for holding objects.

CABLE RELEASE DEVICE

A cable breakaway device for use with a power cable connector and a power cable, the power cable connector comprising a sheath and a bearing surface. The cable breakaway device comprising a body with an elongate channel passing therethrough, one or more sharp protrusions radially extending from the body to cut the sheath as the cable is pulled through the channel, allowing the bearing surface to engage the breakaway device without impeding the movement of the connecting device.

UNDERWATER SUSPENSION LAYING STRUCTURE FOR LONG MATERIAL

PURPOSE: To find abnormality of transportation pipe quickly and to prevent critical failure by fixing water pressure detectors to a plurality of buoys provided in the way of an oil transportation pipe extending from a floating oil production facility to a tanker or to the ground thereby continuously monitoring the water pressure. CONSTITUTION: A long oil transportation pipe 1 is coupled between a floating oil production facility 2 and a tanker (hot shown) or a tank on the ground in order to transport the oil. A plurality of buoys 3 are fixed to the transportation pipe 1 in order to sag the transportation pipe in S-shape. Each buoy 3 is provided with a water pressure detector 7 and the output therefrom is normally monitored at a base (not shown) in order to detect abnormality of the transportation pipe 1. Consequently, abnormality is detected in early stage and critical failure is prevented. Such a structure can also be employed for power cable of wave force generator. COPYRIGHT: (C)1992 ...

EXPANSIBLE CONNECTING APPARATUS FOR HIGH VOLTAGE UNIT ON ISLAND AND TERMINATING PORTION OF SEABED CABLE

PURPOSE: To form a linear connecting apparatus capable of freely being tilted and expansible to the longitudinal direction by combinutely cylinder, rod and free joint appropriately. COPYRIGHT: (C)1979,JPO&Japio ...

ANORDNUNG VON STÜTZBOJEN FÜR EINE FLEXIBLE UNTERWASSER-ROHRLEITUNG

DISPOSITIF DE CONTROLE DE LA POSE SOUS UNE GRANDE PROFONDEUR D'EAU D'UN CABLE OU D'UNE TUYAUTERIE FLEXIBLE

Dispositif de contrôle de la pose sous une grande profondeur d'eau d'un câble ou d'une tuyauterie flexible. Dispositif de contrôle de la pose sous une grande profondeur d'eau d'un câble ou d'une tuyauterie flexible (1) à partir d'un navire (22). Il comporte un fourreau enfile sur le câble ou la tuyauterie flexible et muni de moyens de glissement tangentiel à ces derniers (4) et de moyens (3A) de mesure de variables liées à la position du fourreau et de transmission de leurs valeurs, des moyens (8) à flottabilité positive reliés mécaniquement au fourreau, une chaînette auxiliaire (19) suspendue à ce dernier et s'étendant jusqu'au fond, la masse par unité de longueur de la chaînette, et les masses et volumes du fourreau et des moyens de flottabilité positive étant tels que le fourreau se maintienne autour de la partie du câble qui est située à une hauteur sensiblement constante au-dessus du fond (21), ladite hauteur étant relativement faible par rapport à la profondeur du fond. Application ...

A buckling-type float

Cable flotation device

Anti-leakage device for submersible cable

Submarine cables to winch

Deep sea organism survival state detection device

Underwater dynamic cable balancing weight

PROCEDE ET APPAREIL DE CONNEXION D'UN CABLE FLEXIBLE AVEC UNE STATION SOUS-MARINE

La présente invention a pour objet un procédé et un appareil pour relier un câble flexible à une station sous-marine Elle est caractérisée en ce que l'appareil comprend en combinaison un châssis de guidage et de connexion pourvu d'un moyen de raccordement avec une extrémité dudit cable flexible, des manchons de guidage pouvant être accouplés de façon séparable à des montants de guidage prévus sur la station sous-marine et un outil de montage pouvant être descendu d'un navire placé au-dessus de la station sous-marine et comportant des moyens pour assurer sa liaison séparable avec le châssis de guidage et de connexion. Elle se rapporte à des installations pétrolières de haute mer.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONNECTING A FLEXIBLE CABLE WITH A SUBSEA STATION

Electrical Penetrator Assembly

An electrical penetrator assembly has a ceramic housing with a through bore, a first electrical conductor extending through at least part of the bore and terminating and having an outer end outside the bore and a second end, and a second electrical conductor having a first end in electrical communication with the second end of the first conductor and an outer end. The second end of the first conductor and the first end of the second conductor are in electrical communication and at least one of the conductors is movable relative to the other conductor to accommodate expansion and contraction as a result of temperature variations, and first and second seals extend between respective ends of the ceramic housing and the first and second conductor, respectively. 1. An electrical penetrator , comprising:an outer housing of non-conductive, insulating material having a through bore and opposite first and second ends;a first, elongate electrical conductor extending through at least part of the length of the through bore and having a first end outside a first end of the outer housing and a second end;a second electrical conductor having a first end and a second end, at least the second end of the second electrical conductor being located outside the second end of the outer housing;the second end of the first electrical conductor being in electrical communication with the first end of the second electrical conductor, and at least one of the conductors being movable relative to the other conductor while maintaining electrical communication between the conductors; anda first hermetic seal extending between the first end of the housing and the first electrical conductor and a second hermetic seal extending between the second end of the housing and the second electrical conductor.2. The penetrator of claim 1 , wherein the seals are of conductive material.3. The penetrator of claim 1 , wherein the seals are J-shaped.4. The penetrator of claim 1 , wherein the seals are Z-shaped.5. ...

Electrical terminal housing for a submersible pump

An apparatus and method for connecting an electrical cable having multiple conductors to a submersible pump. A terminal housing defines at least one bore for sealingly engaging a sealing element through which the electrical cable passes. The first sealing element engages the outer jacket of the electrical cable. A gland secured to the terminal housing urges the first sealing element into sealing contact with the terminal housing bore. A second sealing element carried by the housing includes bores for receiving the individual conductors. A pressing element urges the second element into sealing engagement with the terminal housing and the outside surfaces of the conductors. Each individual conductor of a cable terminates in a connector that is releasably connectable to a corresponding mating connector in the submersible pump. The connectors are inter-engageable to form a unitary connector that is easily released from the wiring in the submersible pump.

CONNECTOR, IN PARTICULAR FOR UNDERWATER GEOPHYSICAL OPERATIONS

A connector is provided, which is configured for being connected to a similar connector. The connector has a global cylindrical shape around a longitudinal axis and includes a connection zone having comprising at least one electrical contact. A housing extends at least partly around the connection zone and has at least two projecting members. A cylindrical locking nut surrounds the housing and is at least partly movable relative to the housing. The housing and the locking nut are configured for respectively cooperating with corresponding locking nut and housing of the similar connector. 1. A connector configured for being connected to a similar connector , wherein the connector comprises:a global cylindrical shape around a longitudinal axis,a connection zone, comprising at least one electrical contact,a housing extending at least partly around the connection zone, comprising at least two projecting members of generally cylindrical sector shape, anda cylindrical locking nut surrounding the housing and at least partly movable relative to the housing,wherein the housing and the locking nut are configured for respectively cooperating with corresponding locking nut and housing of said similar connector,wherein said at least two projecting members comprise a threaded zone on the outside andwherein at least one of the projecting members comprises a stop configured for preventing the locking nut from surrounding at least part of the threaded zone of the at least two projecting members.2. The connector according to claim 1 , being hermaphrodite and identical to the similar connector.3. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the locking nut comprises a threaded zone on the inside.4. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises a total of two projecting members claim 1 , which are distributed opposite to one another claim 1 , each of them forming one quarter of a cylinder claim 1 , so as to be able to laterally cooperate with two corresponding ...

Underwater Electrical Connection And Termination Assemblies

A termination assembly for an underwater cable may include a cable termination chamber housing having an attachment portion; a pin for electrical connection to the cable; a pin housing for the pin; and an attachment flange for attachment to the pin housing so as to protrude radially therefrom, the attachment flange being for attachment to the attachment portion of the cable termination chamber housing, and the attachment flange being provided in at least two parts so that when the parts are to be attached to the pin housing they can be moved laterally into engagement therewith. 1. A termination assembly for an underwater cable , comprising:a cable termination chamber housing having an attachment portion;a pin for electrical connection to the cable;a pin housing for the pin; andan attachment flange for attachment to the pin housing so as to protrude radially therefrom, the attachment flange being for attachment to the attachment portion of the cable termination chamber housing, and the attachment flange being provided in at least two parts so that when the parts are to be attached to the pin housing they can be moved laterally into engagement therewith.2. A termination assembly of claim 1 , wherein the attachment flange is configured to be bolted to the pin housing in a radial direction and configured to be bolted to the attachment portion of the termination chamber housing in an axial direction.3. A termination assembly of claim 1 , comprising a radially extending dowel extending between each attachment flange part and the pin housing.4. A termination assembly of claim 1 , comprising at least three attachment flange parts.5. A termination assembly of claim 1 , comprising exactly four attachment flange parts.6. A termination assembly of claim 1 , wherein the attachment flange parts extend in the circumferential direction and have opposite circumferential ends claim 1 , each end being in contact with or adjacent to an end of a circumferentially adjacent attachment ...

Underwater Connecting Apparatuses and Assemblies

Underwater connecting apparatuses include a flexible diaphragm that at least in part defines a wall of a chamber configured to contain a fill material, the wall having a perimeter with a non-circular profile when the chamber is viewed in cross-section. The non-circular profile of the perimeter is configured to allow a volume of the chamber to change without substantially changing a length of the perimeter. 1. An underwater connecting apparatus comprising: wherein the chamber is configured to comprise a fill material; and', 'wherein the non-circular profile of the perimeter is configured to allow a volume of the chamber to change without substantially changing a length of the perimeter., 'a flexible diaphragm that defines a wall of a chamber, the wall comprising a perimeter with a non-circular profile when the chamber is viewed in cross-section;'}2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the chamber extends in an axial direction claim 1 , and wherein the non-circular perimeter claim 1 , as viewed in cross-section claim 1 , is transverse to the axial direction.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least one groove on the perimeter claim 1 , wherein the at least one groove at least in part defines the non-circular profile of the perimeter.4. The apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising at least one groove on the perimeter claim 2 , wherein the at least one groove is configured to form the non-circular profile of the perimeter.5. The apparatus of wherein the perimeter of the wall comprises a wave-shaped profile.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the wave-shaped profile comprises a plurality of wave peaks claim 5 , and wherein at least one wave peak of the plurality of wave peaks has a first curvature that is different than a second curvature of at least one other wave peak of the plurality of wave peaks.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the at least one wave peak of the first curvature is located between two wave peaks of the second curvature claim 6 , ...

SUBSEA ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

A connector for connecting power or control systems infrastructure such as for example subsea infrastructure, said connector comprises a male component () and a female component (), the male and female components comprising cooperating mating surfaces and means for locking the male and female components together (), the locking means being retractably mounted within one of the male or female components but extendible from that component into the other of the male or female components to lock the two components together against axial and rotational movement whilst providing a snag free release when the locking means is in the retracted position. 1. A connector for connecting power or control systems infrastructure , said connector comprising a male component and a female component , the male and female components comprising cooperating mating surfaces and means for locking the male and female components together , the locking means being retractably mounted within one of the male or female components but extendible from that component into the other of the male or female components to lock the two components together against axial and rotational movement whilst providing a snag free release when the locking means is in the retracted position.2. A connector according to claim 1 , wherein one of the male component or female components has a convex mating surface and the other has a concave mating surface.3. A connector according to claim 1 , wherein the mating surfaces of the male and female components of the connector are partly spherical.4. A connector according to wherein the mating surface of the male and female components are substantially flat.5. A connector according to wherein the locking means comprises a lever pivotally mounted to or within the connector.6. A connector according to claim 5 , wherein the lever is mounted within the female component of the connector.7. A connector according to wherein apertures are formed in the mating surface of the female ...

NON-PRESSURE COMPENSATED, WET-MATEABLE PLUG FOR FEEDTHROUGH AND OTHER SUBSEA SYSTEMS

The invention provides a submersible or harsh environment connector for use with electrical, optical or electro-optical cables having first and second connector units which are releasably mateable and that are not pressure compensated. The invention provides a wet-mate without pressure balancing system for making a subsea wet-mate connection. The invention uses a reservoir of fluid and a mechanism energized by mating, such as by a spring, to push that fluid into a small mated connection, discharging an equivalent volume of seawater and creating electrical and/or optical continuity. One-way or back-flow prevent valves ensure there is no return flow of seawater. Typical fluids would be dielectric oil or optical gel. 1. A connector , comprising:a first connector unit having a first contact chamber and a first contact assembly within the first contact chamber;a second connector unit having a second contact chamber and a second contact assembly within the second contact chamber;each contact chamber having a forward end and a forward end opening configured to be opposingly brought together during a mating process; the first and second contact assemblies are in communication;', 'a forward end wall of the first connector unit is in sealing engagement with an opposing portion of the second connector unit and forms a sealed cavity defining a volume between the forward end wall of the first connector and the opposing portion of the second connector unit; and, 'each connector unit having a central longitudinal axis, the connector units being movable between an unmated condition and a releasably mated condition in whichat least one of the first and second connector units having a reservoir containing an insulating fluid and a means for releasing the insulating fluid from the reservoir during a mating process thereby expelling ambient fluid from the cavity, wherein in a mated condition the cavity is filled with insulating fluid.2. The connector of claim 1 , wherein the insulating ...

WET-MATEABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR WITH WET CONTACTS AND AN ASSOCIATED METHOD

A wet-mateable electrical connection and an associated method are provided for use, for example, within an adverse environment such as underwater. A wet-mateable electrical connection may include a female connector body comprising at least one receptacle. A female contact is disposed within the at least one receptacle. A male connector body having at least one axially directed male contact pin having a forward end portion releaseably engages with the female contact body within the receptacle, thus forming a fully-mated engagement. In the fully-mated engagement, the electrical contacts are in contact with water/fluid. Thus, the electrical connection is established even in the presence of water/fluid. 1. A wet-mateable electrical connector in an adverse environment comprising:a female connector body comprising at least one receptacle;a female contact disposed within the at least one receptacle; anda male connector body having at least one axially directed male contact pin having a forward end portion; whereinthe male contact pin and the female contact form a releasable fully-mated engagement, and wherein the male and female contact are in contact with fluids in the fully-mated engagement.2. The wet-mateable electrical connector of claim 1 , wherein the female connector body and the male connector body are in sealable contact with each other in the fully-mated engagement.3. The wet-mateable electrical connector of claim 2 , wherein a high resistance ionic path is created between the male contact pin and the female contact and the environment surrounding the connectors in the fully-mated engagement.4. The wet-mateable electrical connector of claim 3 , wherein the contact surface of the female connector body defines channels or grooves to create the high resistance ionic path between the male contact pin and the female contact and the environment surrounding the connectors.5. The wet-mateable electrical connector of claim 3 , wherein the contact surface of the male ...

CARTRIDGE OF GEL FOR A CONNECTION SET AND CONNECTION SETS COMPRISING SUCH A CARTRIDGE OF GEL

A cartridge includes an outer case, partially filled with electrically insulating gel, and at least one electrically conductive track submerged in the insulating gel. Connection sets including at least one connector half and such a cartridge are also disclosed. 1. Cartridge comprising an outer case , partially filled with electrically insulating gel , and at least one electrically conductive track submerged in the insulating gel.2. Cartridge according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating gel is thixotropic.3. Cartridge according to claim 1 , wherein the conductive track is formed by an electrically conductive gel.4. Cartridge according to claim 3 , wherein the conductive track is formed by a layer of electrically conductive gel inserted between two layers of insulating gel.5. Cartridge according to claim 3 , wherein the conductive track is a ring made of electrically conductive gel submerged in the insulating gel.6. Cartridge according to claim 5 , wherein the conductive track is formed by an electrically conductive elastomer.7. Cartridge according to claim 6 , comprising at least one metal toroid in contact with the conductive track.8. Cartridge according to claim 7 , wherein the conductive track and the metal toroid are mounted on an elastic structure submerged in the insulating gel.9. Connection set comprising a connector half and a cartridge according claim 1 , wherein the connector half comprises a connection terminal in electrical contact with the conductive track.10. Connection set according to claim 9 , wherein the cartridge is housed in a housing formed in a body of the connector half.11. Connection set according to claim 9 , wherein the cartridge is pierced by a pile bearing the connection terminal.12. Connection set according to claim 10 , wherein the cartridge is pierced by the free end of the connection terminal.13. Connection set comprising a first connector half claim 1 , a second connector half and a cartridge according to claim 1 , wherein the first ...

NON-METALLIC VERTEBRAE BEND RESTRICTOR AND VERTEBRAE END PIECE

A non-metallic clip connection system includes a non-metallic clip having a substantially rectangular base portion, a first longitudinal flared wing portion, and a second longitudinal flared wing portion, wherein a plurality of edges of the clip along a path of insertion are beveled or radiused. The non-metallic clip connection system also includes a first non-metallic member having a first portion of a non-metallic clip receiver and a second non-metallic member having a second portion of the non-metallic clip receiver. The first non-metallic member is secured to the second non-metallic member by inserting the non-metallic clip in the non-metallic clip receiver. A non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor and a non-metallic vertebrae end piece may use a non-metallic clip connection system. 1. A non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor comprising: a first ball portion,', 'a first socket portion,', 'a first portion of a first non-metallic clip receiver,', 'a first portion of a second non-metallic clip receiver, and', 'a first cavity portion;, 'a first non-metallic member comprising'} a second ball portion,', 'a second socket portion,', 'a second portion of the first non-metallic clip receiver,', 'a second portion of the second non-metallic clip receiver, and', 'a second cavity portion;, 'a second non-metallic member comprising'}a first non-metallic clip; anda second non-metallic clip,wherein the first non-metallic member is secured to the second non-metallic member by inserting the first non-metallic clip in the first non-metallic clip receiver and inserting the second non-metallic clip in the second non-metallic clip receiver.2. The non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor of claim 1 , wherein all edges other than a top face of each of the first non-metallic clip and the second non-metallic clip are beveled or radiused.3. The non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor of claim 1 , wherein each of the first non-metallic clip and the second non-metallic clip comprise a ...

UNDERWATER CONTROL DEVICE AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR AN UNDERWATER HYDROCARBON PRODUCTION FACILITY

An underwater control device for an underwater hydrocarbon production facility having an underwater box defining a housing chamber; an active electronic component with a switching and/or isolation function, housed in the housing chamber; a polymer block in which the active electronic component is embedded, and which is housed in the housing chamber; and electrical connectors extending through the underwater box and configured to connect the active electronic component to a network of a control system. 116-. (cancelled)17. An underwater hydrocarbon production facility underwater control device comprising:an underwater box defining a housing chamber;an active electronic component housed in the housing chamber, the active electronic component having one of a switching and an isolation function;a polymer block housed in the housing chamber, wherein the active electronic component is embedded in the polymer block;an electrical connector extending through the underwater box and configured to connect the active electronic component to a network of a control system; anda sensor configured to detect water and connected to the active electronic component.18. The underwater hydrocarbon production facility underwater control device of claim 17 , wherein the polymer block is made of a material selected from the group consisting of: a polyurethane and an epoxy resin.19. The underwater hydrocarbon production facility underwater control device of claim 17 , wherein the polymer block features a hardness between 60 and 90 Shore A.20. The underwater hydrocarbon production facility underwater control device of claim 17 , wherein the underwater box is waterproof.21. The underwater hydrocarbon production facility underwater control device of claim 17 , wherein the underwater box comprises a box-shaped body and a lid sealingly fixed to the box-shaped body.22. The underwater hydrocarbon production facility underwater control device of claim 21 , wherein the lid supports the polymer block. ...

METHOD FOR INSTALLING OF A WET MATEABLE CONNECTION ASSEMBLY FOR ELECTRICAL AND/OR OPTICAL CABLES

A method for underwater installing of a wet mateable connection assembly includes the steps of: providing a submerged case having a seat; connecting one end of a guiding rope to the seat, the other end being kept over the sea level; appending a submersible case to the guiding rope by a guide handle; causing the submersible case to move along the rope until the guide handle engages with the seat; and pivoting the submersible case around the seat up to contact the submerged case. 111-. (canceled)12. A method for underwater installing of a wet mateable connection assembly , comprising:providing a submerged case having a seat;connecting one end of a guiding rope to the seat, an other end being kept over the sea level;appending a submersible case to the guiding rope by a guide handle;causing the submersible case to move along the rope until the guide handle engages with the seat; andpivoting the submersible case around the seat up to contact the submerged case.13. The method according to claim 12 , wherein the submersible and submerged cases of the wet mateable connection assembly contain respective first and second phase connectors mechanically and electrically connected with respective electric or optical or hybrid cable.14. The method according to claim 12 , comprising suspending the submersible case to an auxiliary rope before moving the submersible case.15. The method according to claim 14 , wherein one end of the auxiliary rope is connected to an auxiliary point of the submersible case claim 14 , said auxiliary point being longitudinally spaced from the guide handle.16. The method according to claim 14 , wherein the guiding rope and claim 14 , optionally claim 14 , the auxiliary rope claim 14 , sustain the submersible case by a suspender provided at a point upstream the guide handle.17. The method according to claim 16 , wherein along the cable more suspenders are installed to engage the guiding rope to the cable.18. The method according to claim 16 , wherein along ...

Waterproof Connection System for Cable/Electrodes/Sensors

A waterproof electrical connector assembly releasably connects an electrical cable to a second cable, or to one or more electrodes or sensors in a housing that has a bore therethrough that accommodates the electrical cable on one end and a fitting on the other end. The fitting holds one or more electrodes/sensors in a bore through the fitting. The fitting is a commercially-available male-threaded polymeric fitting of the type used in High-performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) applications. This type of polymeric fitting has a conical, or tapered, ferrule portion at one end that is configured to fit securely into a female-threaded and chamfered bore in the housing so that when the fitting is tightened against the chamfered housing bore it forms a watertight seal which is waterproof to at least 10,000 psi. As the seal is formed, the components contact each other to form an electrical connection, illustratively, a connection from electrode or sensor probes to the cable leading to measuring equipment. 1. A waterproof electrical connector assembly for releasably connecting a first cable to at least one second cable and/or one or more pin electrodes and/or sensors adapted for electrical contact with the at least one first cable within the assembly , the electrical connector assembly comprising1) a female housing which has a housing bore therethrough which is configured at a first end thereof to receive the first cable and configured at a second end thereof to accommodate a fitting and to engage threadedly with the fitting;2) a fitting having a fitting bore therethrough which is sized to tightly accommodate the at least one second cable and/or one or more electrodes and/or sensors, said fitting havinga) a nut portion at a first end of said fitting, the nut portion having a diameter which is greater than the diameter of the housing bore at the second end of said housing bore,b) a threaded portion on the conical ferrule portion which is configured to threadedly engage ...

INTER-ARRAY CABLE FOR FLOATING PLATFORMS

Inter-array cable (IAC) assemblies, systems, and methods are disclosed in which a conductive cable between two floating platforms, e.g., floating wind turbine platforms, is suspended below the sea surface and above the seabed. One or more buoyancy sections are included in the cable, which reduces the static tension on the connection at the floating platform by reducing the suspended cable weight, and which provides geometric flexibility, allowing the IAC to comply with platform motions. 1. A cable assembly for conducting power from a first floating platform to a second floating platform while maintaining the cable assembly off a seabed and reducing tension at cable to platform connections , comprising:a cable; anda first buoyant section joined to the cable, wherein:the first buoyant section is configured to provide buoyancy such that, when the cable is connected to the first and second floating platforms, the first buoyant section is submerged below a sea surface and the cable does not contact the seabed.2. The cable assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the first floating platform includes a first floating wind turbine platform; andthe cable includes an insulated conductive cable dimensioned to conduct a power production of at least the first floating wind turbine platform.3. The cable assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the first buoyant section is configured to provide buoyancy such that, when the cable is connected to the first and second floating platforms, the cable does not contact the seabed and the first buoyant section floats submerged such that the first buoyant section is convex toward the sea surface.4. The cable assembly of claim 3 , wherein:the first buoyant section includes a first plurality of buoyant modules, each module connected to the cable and the first plurality of buoyant modules distributed along a first section of the cable.5. The cable assembly of further comprising a second buoyant section joined to the cable with a second section of the cable between ...

Offshore Cable Laying Method

A method for laying cable from a vessel at a near shore location in shallow water to shore. The cable on the vessel is wrapped around a modified roller quadrant on the vessel. The roller quadrant is moved from the vessel into the water. A pulling device is attached by a line to the roller quadrant. The pulling device is used to pull the roller quadrant and cable toward shore. The pulling device may be positioned in the water and moved to shore as required. The pulling device may also be initially positioned on shore. The roller quadrant may include a skid and buoyancy modules to reduce the pulling force required to move the roller quadrant and lay the cable to shore. 1. A method for laying cable from a vessel at a near shore location to shore , comprising the steps:a. wrapping the cable on the vessel around a roller quadrant on the vessel;b. moving the roller quadrant and cable thereon from the vessel into the water;c. connecting a pull line from a pulling device to the roller quadrant; andd. pulling the roller quadrant and cable to shore.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the roller quadrant includes a skid.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the roller quadrant includes buoyancy means.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pull device is in the water.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pull device is on shore.6. A method for laying cable from a vessel at a near shore location to shore claim 1 , comprising the steps:a. wrapping the cable on the vessel around a roller quadrant on the vessel, the roller quadrant having a skid and buoyancy means;b. moving the roller quadrant and cable thereon from the vessel into the water;c. connecting a pull line from a pulling device to the roller quadrant; andd. pulling the roller quadrant and cable to shore.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the pull device is in the water.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pull device is on shore. The invention is generally related to laying cable from a vessel and more particularly to ...

Method of Installing an Electrically-Heatable Subsea Flowline and Electrically-Heatable Subsea Flowline Thereof

A method of installing an electrically-heatable subsea flowline includes launching the flowline with at least one electric power cable attached in piggybacked relation. After landing the flowline with the piggybacked cable on the seabed, a free end portion of the, or each, cable having a length greater than the water depth is released from the flowline. This allows a free end of the, or each, cable to be recovered to the surface to be spliced to one or more power supply conductors. After lowering the, or each, cable and the, or each, connected conductor beneath the surface, the free end portion of at least one cable is reattached to the flowline on the seabed in piggybacked relation. To perform the method, a subsea flowline assembly includes subsea-releasable fastenings spaced along the cable and the flowline to attach at least an end portion of the cable releasably to the flowline. 1. A method of installing an electrically-heatable subsea flowline on a seabed at a depth beneath a water surface , the method comprising:launching the flowline beneath the surface from a surface vessel with a first electric power cable attached to the flowline in piggybacked relation;landing the flowline and the piggybacked first electric power cable on the seabed at said depth;releasing a free end portion of the first electric power cable from the flowline on the seabed, that released free end portion having a length greater than said depth;recovering a free end of the free end portion to the surface;at the surface, electrically connecting the free end of the first electric power cable to a first electric power supply conductor;lowering the connected first electric power cable and first electric power supply conductor beneath the surface; andreattaching the free end portion of the first electric power cable to the flowline on the seabed in piggybacked relation.2. The method of claim 1 , comprising leaving a fixed portion of the first electric power cable attached to the flowline in ...

WIRED PIPE COUPLER CONNECTOR

A wired pipe segment includes a body extending from a box end to a pin end and a coupler located in one of the box and pin ends. The coupler includes a communication element and a coupler connector in electrical communication therewith and extending away from the communication element. The segment also includes a transmission line extending away from the coupler towards the other of the box and pin end, the transmission line including an inner conductor surrounded by a dielectric material, the inner conductor extending beyond an end of the dielectric material. The segment also includes a connector that electrically connects the coupler to the transmission line, the connector including a first female end adapted to surround and make electrical contact with the coupler connector and a second end configured to have the inner conductor attached to an outer surface thereof. 1. A wired pipe segment comprising:a body extending from a box end to a pin end;a coupler located in one of the box and pin ends, the coupler including a communication element and a coupler connector in electrical communication therewith and extending away from the communication element;a transmission line extending away from the coupler towards the other of the box and pin end, the transmission line including an inner conductor surrounded by a dielectric material, the inner conductor extending beyond an end of the dielectric material; anda connector that electrically connects the coupler to the transmission line, the connector including a first female end adapted to surround and make electrical contact with the coupler connector and a second end configured to have the inner conductor attached to an outer surface thereof.2. The wired pipe segment of claim 1 , wherein the connector includes a connector core electrically coupling the first and second ends.3. The wired pipe segment of claim 2 , wherein the connector core is surrounded by an insulating material.4. The wired pipe segment of claim 1 , ...

WET MATE CONNECTOR

A wet mate electrical connector includes a female connector and a male connector. The female connector can include a female connector body defining a central passage. The central passage can include a plurality of female contacts. The male connector can include a male connector body defining a central passage. A male pin can project from the central passage of the male connector body. The male pin can include a plurality of male contacts and be insertible into the central passage of the female connector. The male connector can also include a sleeve slidably displaceable over the male pin between a first position in which the sleeve covers the plurality of male contacts in a protected condition, and a second position in which the sleeve is retracted and exposes the plurality of male contacts. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. A wet mate electrical connector comprising:A. a female connector comprising a female connector body defining a female seal end and a central passage extending through the female connector body, the central passage comprising a plurality of female contacts; and i. a male connector body defining a male seal end and a central passage extending through the male connector body;', 'ii. a male pin axially projecting from the central passage of the male connector body, the male pin comprising a plurality of male contacts, the male pin being insertible into the central passage of the female connector; and', 'iii. a sleeve slidably displaceable over the male pin between a first position in which the sleeve covers the plurality of male contacts in a protected condition, and a second position in which the sleeve is retracted and exposes the plurality of male contacts,, 'B. a male connector comprisingwherein, upon insertion of the male pin into the central passage of the female connector, the sleeve on the male pin contacts the female seal end to displace the sleeve from the first position to the second position to expose the plurality of male contacts, the ...

COUPLING MEMBER FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

A wet-mateable coupling member for making an electrical connection having: a body having a cavity wall which defines an internal cavity, and a hollow sleeve located inside the internal cavity. The sleeve is arranged in the internal cavity to define: an outer chamber between the sleeve and the cavity wall. The sleeve defines an inner chamber inside the sleeve. The sleeve has an electrically-insulating layer and an electrically-conductive layer. The electrically-conductive layer defines an outer surface of the sleeve in the outer chamber and has a semi-conductive layer, the semi-conductive layer being a conductive elastomer. An electrical contact is adapted to be housed inside the inner chamber and configured for making the electrical connection. 1. A wet-mateable coupling member for making an electrical connection , comprising:a body having a cavity wall which defines an internal cavity; anda hollow sleeve located inside the internal cavity;wherein the hollow sleeve is arranged in the internal cavity to define an outer chamber between the hollow sleeve and the cavity wall, and to define an inner chamber inside the hollow sleeve;wherein the hollow sleeve comprises an electrically-insulating layer and an electrically-conductive layer, the electrically-conductive layer defining an outer surface of the hollow sleeve in the outer chamber and comprising a semi-conductive layer, the semi-conductive layer being a conductive elastomer; andwherein an electrical contact is adapted to be housed inside the inner chamber and configured for making the electrical connection.2. The wet-mateable coupling member according to claim 1 , further comprising:a second electrically-conductive layer which defines an inner surface of the hollow sleeve.3. The wet-mateable coupling member according to claim 2 ,wherein the electrically-conductive layer which defines the inner surface of the hollow sleeve is electrically connected to the electrical contact.4. The wet-mateable coupling member ...

METHOD FOR DETERMINING AN OPERATIONAL STATE OF A SUBSEA CONNECTOR UNIT

A method for determining an operational state of a subsea connector unit, wherein the method includes: providing at least one operational value and/or a plurality of operational values of at least one operational parameter describing a specific operational condition at at least one selected location of the subsea connector unit and comparing the at least one provided operational value and/or the plurality of provided operational values and/or at least one derivative derived from the at least one provided operational value and/or at least one derivative derived from the plurality of provided operational values with at least one predefined reference and thus determining an operational state of the subsea connector unit on the basis of the comparison. An assembly monitors an operational state of a subsea connector unit and a subsea connector unit has the assembly. 117.-. (canceled)18. A method for monitoring of the operational integrity of a connector unit , in real time , for determining an operational state of a subsea connector unit , wherein the method comprises:providing one or more operational values of at least one operational parameter describing a specific operational condition at at least one selected location of the subsea connector unit;wherein the operational parameter comprises one of temperature, pressure, humidity, position, an electrical value of current or voltage, or quality of a fluid;comparing the one or more provided operational values and/or at least one derivative derived from the one or more provided operational value with at least one predefined reference and thus determining an operational state of the subsea connector unit on the basis of the comparison;wherein the one or more values are provided or monitored in real time; andproviding a trend over time to give a quantitative indication of the integrity of the connector unit.19. The method according to claim 18 ,wherein the quality of the fluid parameter comprises one of viscosity, loss ...

CONNECTOR PART OF A CONNECTOR UNIT

A connector part of a connector unit, wherein the connector unit has a male part and a female part, including at least one volume compensating arrangement with at least a first flexible layer and at least a first chamber. The at least first flexible layer at least partially encases the at least first chamber. The at least one flexible layer includes at least one thermoplastic material. 115.-. (canceled)16. A connector part for a connector unit , wherein the connector unit comprises a male part and a female part , the connector part comprising:at least one volume compensating arrangement with at least a first flexible layer and at least a first chamber,wherein the at least first flexible layer at least partially encases the at least first chamber, wherein the at least first flexible layer comprises at least one thermoplastic material,wherein a surface of the at least first flexible layer that faces the at least first chamber comprises at least one coating.17. The connector part according to claim 16 ,wherein the thermoplastic material is a Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-based material.18. The connector part according to claim 16 ,wherein the at least first flexible layer has a thickness of about 0.2 millimetre (mm) to 2 mm.19. The connector part according to claim 16 ,wherein the coating has a thickness of about 0.2 micrometre (μm) to 2 μm.20. The connector part according to claim 19 ,wherein the at least one coating comprises at least one corrosion resistant material.21. The connector part according to claim 19 ,wherein the coating is applied by one of the following methods: Physical vapour deposition (PVD), coating, high velocity oxygen fuel spraying (HVOF) and plasma spraying.22. The connector part according to claim 16 ,wherein the at least first flexible layer is embodied as a thermoplastic diaphragm, and/orwherein the at least first flexible layer is embodied as a flexible bellows, and/orwherein the at least first flexible layer comprises at least two axially ...

Connector Unit

A connector unit for connecting at least two cables includes at least a male part, a female part, and a shuttle piston. The shuttle piston includes an opening configured for receiving at least a section of the male part, at least one latching device, and at least one latching structure. The male part includes the section configured for insertion into the opening of the shuttle pin, at least one latching aid, and an interaction area configured for a force-fitting interaction with at least one backing latch of the female part. The female part includes the at least one backing latch. 1. A connector unit , comprising:a male part;a female part; and [ an opening configured for receiving at least a section of the male part;', 'at least one latching device configured for forming at least a force-fitting connection between the shuttle piston and the male part; and', 'at least one latching structure configured for forming at least a force-fitting connection between the shuttle piston and the female part;, 'wherein the shuttle piston comprises, the section configured for insertion into the opening of the shuttle piston;', 'at least one latching aid configured for forming at least the force-fitting connection between the shuttle piston and the male part; and', 'an interaction area configured for a force-fitting interaction with at least one backing latch of the female part; and, 'wherein the male part comprises, 'the at least one backing latch configured for forming at least the force-fitting connection between the shuttle piston and the female part, and further configured for interacting at least with the interaction area of the male part in a force-fitting interaction.', 'wherein the female part comprises], 'a shuttle piston;'}2. The connector unit of claim 1 , wherein the at least one latching device comprises at least one spring-loaded pin that extends radially with respect to an axis of the shuttle piston.3. The connector unit of claim 2 , wherein the at least one latching ...

POWER CABLE ARRANGEMENT FOR OFFSHORE WIND FARMS

A power cable arrangement, in particular marine power cable, for offshore wind farms, including at least one cable drum device with a cable drum. The power cable arrangement includes at least one power cable wound on the cable drum with at least one cable end configured to pre-installing at a cable connection of a wind energy device. The power cable is wound on the cable drum such that a first section of the power cable is wound inversely to a further section of the power cable.

GAS RESISTANT POTHEAD SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ELECTRIC SUBMERSIBLE MOTORS

A gas resistant pothead system and method for electric submersible motors. A gas resistant pothead system includes a lead foil wrapped motor lead cable (MLE) extending through a pothead, a sleeve of an insulator block inside the pothead, the sleeve including gold plating and lead-foil wrapping over the gold plating, and a lead-to-gold seal formed between the gold plating of the sleeve and the lead foil wrapping over the gold plating. A method of creating a seal to gas around a power cable connection to a downhole electric submersible motor includes wrapping lead foil around a MLE extending through a pothead, continuing the lead foil wrapping around a gold-plated sleeve of an insulating block inside the pothead, mechanically reinforcing the lead foil with an encapsulant, and bonding the lead foil to the gold plating of the insulating block. 1. A gas resistant pothead system comprising:a pothead for a motor lead extension (MLE) of an electric submersible motor power cable, the pothead comprising a pothead cavity above an insulator block, the insulator block gold plated and comprising a gold-plated sleeve extending into the cavity;the MLE extending through the pothead cavity and the gold-plated sleeve of the insulator block; lead foil wrapped around the gold-plated sleeve of the insulator block and around the MLE inside the pothead cavity;', 'the lead foil bonded to the gold plating on the sleeve of the insulator block; and', 'an encapsulant within the pothead cavity surrounding the lead foil wrapped MLE;, 'a lead seal inside the pothead cavity, the lead seal resistant to sour gas and comprisingwherein the lead seal resists penetration of the sour gas into the insulator block.2. The gas resistant pothead system of claim 1 , wherein the pothead cavity is formed by a pothead base coupled below a pothead cap claim 1 , and the pothead base comprising a second gold plating.3. The gas resistant pothead system of claim 2 , further comprising a lead gasket secured around an ...

METHOD FOR CONDITIONING A SECTION OF A MATING MEMBER

A method for conditioning at least a section of a mating member of a connector unit having the mating member and a corresponding receiving chamber with a cavity wall partially encasing a receiving cavity, including at least the steps of: using a mating force caused by a mate of the mating member and the receiving chamber to force an insulation medium housed in the receiving cavity of the receiving chamber to travel along a distribution path for the insulation medium, wherein the insulation medium exits the receiving cavity and re-enters the receiving cavity along the distribution path and conditioning at least the section of the mating member with the insulation medium while the insulation medium is bypassing the section of the mating member due to the mate of the mating member and the receiving chamber. 115.-. (canceled)16. A method for conditioning at least a section of a mating member of a connector unit comprising the mating member and a corresponding receiving chamber with a cavity wall partially encasing a receiving cavity , the method comprising:using a mating force caused by a mate of the mating member and the receiving chamber to force an insulation medium housed in the receiving cavity of the receiving chamber to travel along a distribution path for the insulation medium, wherein the insulation medium exits the receiving cavity and re-enters the receiving cavity along the distribution path, andconditioning at least the section of the mating member with the insulation medium while the insulation medium is bypassing the section of the mating member due to the mate of the mating member and the receiving chamber.17. The method according to claim 16 , further comprising:forcing due to the mate of the mating member and the receiving chamber the insulation medium from the receiving cavity to exit through at least one radial aperture in the cavity wall of the receiving chamber, and/orforcing due to the mate of the mating member and the receiving chamber the ...

Underwater Electrical Connection

An underwater electrical connection assembly is provided, where the assembly includes (1) a contact pin including an axially extending conductive core and an axially extending annular insolation portion around the conductive core, (2) a front end portion of the conductive core having an electrical contact surface, (3) a rear end portion of the conductive core having an electrical contact surface, and (4) an intermediate portion of the conductive core extending axially at an intermediate location between the front and rear end portions. In the assembly, the rear end portion of the conductive core of the pin includes a diameter larger than the diameter of the intermediate portion thereof, and the annular insulation portion includes an inner insulating layer around the intermediate portion of the conductive core and an insulating sleeve around the inner insulating layer. 1. An underwater electrical connection assembly comprising:a contact pin comprising an axially extending conductive core and an axially extending annular insulation portion around the conductive core;a front end portion of the conductive core having a front end electrical contact surface;a rear end portion of the conductive core having a rear end electrical contact surface; andan intermediate portion of the conductive core extending axially at an intermediate location between the front and rear end portions,wherein the rear end portion of the conductive core of the pin comprises a diameter larger than the diameter of the intermediate portion thereof, and the annular insulation portion comprises an inner insulating layer around the intermediate portion of the conductive core and an insulating sleeve around the inner insulating layer.2. An assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the inner insulating layer is made of a material which has set or hardened in a space between the insulating sleeve and the intermediate portion of the conductive core.3. An assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ...

Repairable Power Loop (Cord) Assembly

A power cord assembly for supplying power to a drilling rig is disclosed. The assembly is assembled such that it can be easily dismantled for infield repairs and replacement of a malfunctioning component, hence it is a re-buildable unit. A series of cords containing a stack of cables that supply power to the Top Drive unit are secured in position within a hose, by several compression blocks. The compression blocks are concentric to each other about an axis. A hanging system surrounds the compression blocks and the hanging system is further surrounded by a hose. A series of king clamps are placed around the hose for firmly securing the hose in its position. The king clamps are removed when needed (for example for repair of a cable) so that all the components which make up the assembly are easily accessed by a user. The assembly is secured to a drilling rig and goes up and down in a continuous fashion during use.

Cable release device

A cable breakaway device for use with a power cable connector and a power cable, the power cable connector comprising a sheath and a bearing surface. The cable breakaway device comprising a body with an elongate channel passing therethrough, one or more sharp protrusions radially extending from the body to cut the sheath as the cable is pulled through the channel, allowing the bearing surface to engage the breakaway device without impeding the movement of the connecting device.

MOBILE TERMINAL, EARPHONE SOCKET AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING EARPHONE SOCKET

The present disclosure provides a mobile terminal, an earphone socket and a method for manufacturing an earphone socket. The earphone socket includes a housing and a sealing member. The housing has an insertion hole surrounded by a peripheral side wall, the peripheral side wall has a first peripheral side wall located at an inner portion of the insertion hole and a second peripheral side wall located at an outer portion of the insertion hole, the first peripheral side wall has a thickness greater than that of the second peripheral side wall, and the second peripheral side wall has an opening port at an outer end of the insertion hole. The sealing member is embedded on an outer surface of the housing, and surrounds a periphery of the opening port, and at least a part of the sealing member extends to the first peripheral side wall. 1. An earphone socket , comprising:a housing having an insertion hole surrounded by a peripheral side wall, the peripheral side wall having a first peripheral side wall located at an inner portion of the insertion hole and a second peripheral side wall located at an outer portion of the insertion hole,the first peripheral side wall having a thickness greater than that of the second peripheral side wall, and the second peripheral side wall having an opening port at an outer end of the insertion hole; anda sealing member embedded on an outer surface of the housing, and surrounding a periphery of the opening port, and at least a part of the sealing member extending to the first peripheral side wall.2. The earphone socket according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is provided with an embedding groove claim 1 , and the sealing member comprises:an embedded portion embedded in the embedding groove; anda protruding portion connected with the embedded portion and located outside the embedding groove.3. The earphone socket according to claim 2 , wherein an end face of a free end of the protruding portion is configured as an arc surface.4. The ...

SEALED CONDUCTOR TERMINATION

An apparatus, combination and method of sealably enclosing junctions include an elastomeric seal that extends at least partially into a socket of a connector. The presently disclosed technology can be useful in sealably enclosing junctions of individual, jacketed-wire conductors to the terminals of underwater connectors. The presently disclosed technology can serve some or all of several purposes. A first of these purposes can be to sealably enclose a conductor-to-connector junction to prevent fluid ingress. A second purpose can be to electrically insulate a junction from its external environment, and a third purpose can be to provide strain relief for a jacketed-wire conductor at a junction. 1. A system configured to sealably enclose a junction , the system comprising:a connector including a recessed socket defined therein and a connector terminal disposed at least partially within the socket, the connector terminal being configured to make contact with at least a portion of a conductor to form the junction; anda seal having an elongated body with a first sleeve portion, a second sleeve portion, and passageway extending through the seal, at least a portion of the seal being configured to conform to at least a portion of the connector terminal of the connector, at least a portion of the seal being configured to constrictively stretch over at least a portion of the conductor, and at least a portion of the second sleeve portion being configured to sealably fit into the socket of the connector.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a conductor claim 1 , wherein the conductor includes a wire at least partially within an insulating jacket claim 1 , and wherein the connector terminal is configured to make contact with at least a portion of the wire.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein an outer periphery of the second sleeve portion is at least slightly larger than an inner periphery of the socket.4. (canceled)5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second sleeve ...

UNDERWATER CONNECTING APPARATUS AND ASSEMBLIES

A cable termination apparatus is disclosed for an underwater cable with a conductive core and an axially extending annular insulation portion is provided. The apparatus has a cable crimp for electrically connecting the conductive core of the underwater cable to a pin and a conductive crimp screen. The crimp screen is arranged such that when the termination is assembled a portion of the conductive crimp screen extends axially over and is radially outwardly of the annular insulation portion of the cable. 1. A cable termination apparatus for an underwater cable including a conductive core and an axially extending annular insulation portion , the apparatus comprising:a cable crimp to electrically connect the conductive core of the underwater cable to a pin; anda conductive crimp screen, arrangeable such that when the cable termination apparatus is assembled, a portion of the conductive crimp screen extends axially over and is radially outward of the annular insulation portion of the cable.2. The cable termination apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the portion of the conductive crimp screen which is arrangeable to extend axially over and radially outward of the annular insulation portion of the cable includes an inner diameter which is relatively greater than a portion of the conductive crimp screen claim 1 , arranged to extend axially over and radially outward of the cable crimp.3. The cable termination apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising the pin to which the conductive core of the underwater cable is to be electrically connected.4. The cable termination apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising a locking device claim 3 , arranged so that pushing a part of the cable crimp axially into the pin locks the cable crimp in the pin.5. The cable termination apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the locking device comprises a circlip for locking the cable crimp to the pin.6. The cable termination apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the pin comprises a socket for receiving the cable crimp ...

CONNECTOR PART AND CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

A connector part for use underwater or in a wet or severe environment, the connector part comprising a pin, projecting axially forwardly from a support, the pin comprising an axially extending electrically conductive portion, an axially extending sleeve comprising fibre reinforced plastic around said conductive portion, a protective layer around the sleeve to prevent exposure of the sleeve to ambient conditions when the pin is exposed to ambient conditions, and an axially extending conductive and impermeable layer between the sleeve and the protective layer. 1. An electrical connector part of an electrical connector for use underwater or in a wet or severe environment , the electrical connector part comprising;a pin, projecting axially forwardly from a support, the pin including an axially extending electrically conductive portion;an axially extending sleeve including fiber reinforced plastic around said conductive portion; anda protective layer around the sleeve to prevent exposure of the sleeve to ambient conditions when the pin is exposed to ambient conditions.2. The electrical connector part of claim 1 , wherein the pin comprises a shoulder disposed in the support to prevent forward movement of the pin relative to the support.3. The electrical connector part of claim 2 , wherein the sleeve comprises a load bearing portion at the shoulder.4. The electrical connector part of claim 1 , wherein the sleeve comprises a fiber filled polymer.5. The electrical connector part of claim 1 , wherein the fiber reinforcement comprises fibers.6. The electrical connector part of claim 1 , wherein the fiber content in the fiber reinforced plastic is between about 20% and about 60%.7. The electrical connector part of claim 1 , wherein the protective layer comprises a plastic or a polymer claim 1 , in particular an engineering polymer.8. The electrical connector part of claim 1 , wherein the protective layer does not have fiber reinforcement.9. The electrical connector part of ...

WATERPROOF DEVICE FOR UNDERWATER WIRE CONNECTION

A waterproofing device for underwater wire connection comprises: a base, a clamping portion a tank port, a tank neck groove, an inverted tank, a connecting portion for two wires in inverted tank and close to the top of the tank. The two wires are in the inverted tank and close to the top of the tank, and are two wires connected well. The base is fixed on the ground and is configured to fix wires and the inverted tank. A bottom of the clamping portion is fixed on the base, and the clamping portion is configured to clamp the groove; the exposed part of the wire in the tank does not contact with water when the water overflows the tank with the mouth facing down, and the two connected wires can conduct electricity normally; the waterproofing can also be monitored and added into the tank. 11245636461621541546264. An underwater electric wire connection waterproof device , comprising a base () , a clamping portion () , a tank port () , a tank neck groove () and an inverted tank () , wherein , a connecting portion () for two electric wires is located in the inverted tank () and is close to an upper part of the inverted tank; the two electric wires are two electric power transmission lines whose insulating layers are intact , and electric leads at one end are penetrated from the tank port () to be located in the inverted tank () and are close to the upper part of the inverted tank after being connected; the base () is fixed on the ground and fixes the electric wires and the inverted tank (); a bottom of the clamping portion () is fixed on the base () , the clamping portion latches the tank neck groove (); the tank port () contacts with the base (); the tank neck groove () is located at a neck on the tank port () of the inverted tank () and matched with the clamping portion (); the inverted tank () is a tank whose port is , downwardly erected , and other parts are sealed except that the tank port () is communicated with an external.2. The underwater electric wire connection ...

CONNECTOR PART OF A SUBSEA CONNECTOR

A connector part of a subsea connector adapted to be mated with a second part of the subsea connector by application of a mating force. The connector part has at least a first contact configured for engagement with a respective second contact of the second connector part for establishing a connection. The connector part further includes a flushing mechanism having a chamber filled with a medium and one or more fluid passages providing a flow connection from the chamber to an area adjacent to the first contact. During mating of the first connector part with the second connector part, the flushing mechanism is actuated by the mating force and medium is expelled from the chamber and is directed towards at least one of the first contact or the second contact so as to flush the first contact or the second contact, respectively, during mating. 1. A connector part of a subsea connector adapted to be mated with a second part of the subsea connector by application of a mating force , wherein the connector part comprises:at least a first contact configured for engagement with a respective second contact of the second connector part for establishing a connection, anda flushing mechanism comprising a chamber filled with a medium and one or more fluid passages providing a flow connection from the chamber to an area adjacent to the first contact,wherein the flushing mechanism is configured such that during mating of the first connector part with the second connector part, the flushing mechanism is actuated by said mating force and medium is expelled from the chamber and is directed towards at least one of the first contact or the second contact so as to flush the first contact or the second contact, respectively, during mating.2. The connector part according to claim 1 ,wherein the flushing mechanism is an internal flushing mechanism that is arranged inside a connector housing of the connector part.3. The connector part according to claim 1 ,wherein the flushing mechanism ...

CONDUCTOR CONTACT TIP

A conductor contact is provided having a sleeve () with an opening adapted to receive a free end () of a conductor. A contact tip () with an opening () is adapted to receive the sleeve (), where the sleeve () has a tapered outer surface () on a compressible section surrounding the opening. The contact tip () has a tapered surface inside the opening adapted to compress the compressible section of the sleeve when the contact tip surrounds the sleeve (), and an outer smooth surface () 1. Conductor contact comprising:a sleeve with an opening adapted to receive a free end of a conductor,a contact tip with an opening adapted to receive the sleeve,wherein the sleeve comprises a tapered outer surface on a compressible section surrounding said opening,wherein the contact tip comprises a tapered surface inside the opening adapted to compress the compressible section of the sleeve when the contact tip surrounds the sleeve, and an outer smooth surface.2. Conductor contact according to claim 1 , wherein the contact tip has an outer circumference at the opening substantially equivalent to a circumference of the conductor at an axil distance from the free end substantially equivalent to the axial depth of the opening in the sleeve adapted to receive the free end thereby providing a smooth transition from the surface of the conductor to the surface of the conductor contact.3. Conductor contact according to claim 1 , wherein the conductor contact comprises a first connection element and a second connection element claim 1 , wherein the first connection element is connectable to the second connection element.4. Conductor contact according to claim 3 , wherein the first connection element and the second connection element connect the sleeve with the contact tip and the connection of the first and second connection elements provides the pressure to compress the sleeve and arrange it within the opening in the contact tip.5. Conductor contact according to claim 1 , wherein the sleeve and ...

Pull-In Head For A High Voltage Cable

A pull-in head for a high voltage cable provided with a multi-wire conductor having an end portion which is stepped and tapering, with a layer-by-layer exposure of the wires in the direction towards the end face of the multi-wire conductor, wherein the pull-in head includes: a conductor clamp assembly having a plurality of clamping segments, wherein each clamping segment has an axial first central channel configured to receive the multi-wire conductor, wherein at least some of the clamping segments have mutually differing central channel width and central channel depth dimensions, the clamping segments being configured to be arranged one after the other in an order with a decreasing central channel width and central channel depth dimension, the central channel width and central channel depth dimensions being adapted to the tapering stepped configuration of the multi-wire conductor, whereby the first central channels together form a multi-wire conductor channel which is tapering in an axial direction, and wherein each clamping segment is configured to provide individual clamping of the multi-wire conductor, and a hollow lifting head configured to receive the conductor clamp assembly, wherein the conductor clamp assembly includes a support structure, wherein the clamping segments are configured to be assembled with the support structure to thereby clamp the multi-wire conductor between the clamping segments and the support structure. 1. A pull-in head for a high voltage cable provided with a multi-wire conductor having an end portion which is stepped and tapering , with a layer-by-layer exposure of the wires in the direction towards the end face of the multi-wire conductor , wherein the pull-in head comprises:{'b': '4', 'a conductor clamp assembly having a plurality of clamping segments, wherein each clamping segment has an axial first central channel configured to receive the multi-wire conductor, wherein at least some of the clamping segments have mutually differing ...

TWO-PART SUBSEA BULKHEAD CONNECTOR AND METHOD FOR RAPID REPLACEMENT OR RE-PURPOSING OF SUBSEA BULKHEAD CONNECTOR

A two-part subsea bulkhead connector may be replaced and/or re-purposed of without draining an enclosure or disconnecting hard wiring therein, the two-part subsea bulkhead connector a first bulkhead connector, a second bulkhead connector, and a substantially water tight mechanical seal disposed intermediate the first bulkhead connector. When mated, first and second bulkhead connectors are aligned and contacts received into a corresponding contact. The first bulkhead connector is secured to the second bulkhead connector sufficiently to allow the mechanical seal to prevent water ingress. If a first contact becomes damaged or if a differing functionality set is needed, the second bulkhead connector may be removed from the first bulkhead connector and replaced. 1. A connector , comprising: i. an inboard end comprising a contact matable with a wiring loom inside a bulkhead enclosure; and', 'ii. an outboard end comprising a first contact;, 'a. a first bulkhead connector configured to be connected to a bulkhead, the first bulkhead connector further comprisingb. a second bulkhead connector cooperatively and selectively matable with the first bulkhead connector, the second bulkhead connector further comprising a second contact cooperatively matable with the first bulkhead connector contact; andc. a substantially water tight mechanical seal disposed intermediate the first bulkhead connector and the second bulkhead connector.2. The connector of claim 1 , wherein:a. the first contact comprises a first male contact; andb. the second contact comprises a first female connector configured to cooperatively mate with the first male contact.3. The connector of claim 1 , wherein:a. the first contact comprises a first female contact; andb. the second contact comprises a first male connector configured to cooperatively mate with the first female contact.4. The connector of claim 1 , wherein the second bulkhead connector comprises an outermost end comprising a subsea cable interface.5. ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONNECTING A POWER CABLE WITH A SUBMERSIBLE COMPONENT

A technique is provided for connecting a power cable to a submersible component. A connector system is used to form the connection and comprises a plurality of individual connectors for connecting power carrying conductors to the submersible component. Each of the individual connectors is separately connectable to the submersible component which enables improved sealing with respect to the submersible component. In multi-phase power applications, individual connectors can be used for each phase. 1. A system , comprising:a cable having a plurality of conductors;a submersible component powered via the cable; anda connector system connecting the cable to the submersible component, the connector system having a plurality of individual connectors with each individual connector being separately connectable to the submersible component, each individual connector being independently fastened to the submersible component to form a sealed connection with the submersible component independent of the other individual connectors.2. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein each individual connector comprises a metallic tubing which seals to a housing of the submersible component via a metal-to-metal connection.3. The system as recited in claim 2 , wherein the metal-to-metal connection comprises a compression fitting.4. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of conductors comprise three conductors.5. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the submersible component comprises a submersible electric motor for pumping a hydrocarbon from a well.6. The system as recited in claim 5 , further comprising a submersible pump powered by the submersible electric motor.7. The system as recited in claim 2 , wherein each individual connector comprises an insulation layer between the metallic tubing and the conductor.8. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein each individual connector comprises a plug-in style connector.9. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein each ...

SUBSEA CONNECTOR

An ROV, diver, or stab, wet mateable connector plug front end housing includes a housing front section; a locator mount section; and a seal section axially in series with one another. The housing front section includes a plug coarse alignment feature on an outer surface of the housing front section, adjacent to a front surface of the housing front section and radially outward of a central axis of the housing. There is a circumferential groove on the outer surface of the housing front section, axially displaced from and rearward of the coarse alignment feature, the groove being adapted to receive a latch of a wet-mateable connector receptacle front end housing. The plug coarse alignment feature includes a bullnose feature. A plug fine alignment feature is formed in the outer surface of the housing front section, aligned with and located radially outward of the central axis of the housing. 1. A plug front end housing for a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) , diver , or stab , wet mateable connector , the plug front end housing comprising:a plug housing front section;a locator mount section; anda seal section axially in series with one another;wherein the plug housing front section comprises a plug coarse alignment feature on an outer surface of the plug housing front section, adjacent to a front surface of the plug housing front section and radially outward of a central axis of the plug front end housing; a circumferential groove on the outer surface of the plug housing front section, axially displaced from and rearward of the plug coarse alignment feature; wherein the plug coarse alignment feature comprises a bullnose feature;wherein the circumferential groove is adapted to receive a latch of an ROV, or diver, wet-mateable connector receptacle front end housing; andwherein a plug fine alignment feature is formed in the outer surface of the plug housing front section, aligned with and located radially outward of the central axis of the plug front end housing.2. The plug ...

CABLE CONNECTION

A dry mate cable connection includes a data cable. The data cable includes a plurality of electrical conductors and at least one electrically insulating outer layer surrounding each data conductor, whereby the data conductors are electrically insulated from one another. The cable includes a termination end. The outer layer of each conductor is physically in contact with an outer layer of an adjacent conductor, except at the termination end. The plurality of electrical conductors at the termination end are physically separated from one another by a single electrically insulating overmoulded cable termination housing. The housing is in contact with at least part of the electrically insulating layers of each of the electrical conductors. 1. A dry mate cable connection , comprising:a data cable, the data cable comprising a plurality of electrical conductors and at least one electrically insulating outer layer surrounding each data conductor, whereby the data conductors are electrically insulated from one another;wherein the data cable comprises a termination end;wherein an outer layer of each conductor is physically in contact with an outer layer of an adjacent conductor, except at the termination end; and,wherein the plurality of electrical conductors at the termination end are physically separated from one another by a single electrically insulating overmoulded cable termination housing, the housing being in contact with at least part of the electrically insulating layers of each of the electrical conductors.2. The cable connection according to claim 1 ,wherein each of the electrical conductors protrudes beyond an end of each of their electrically insulating layers and the electrically insulating overmoulded cable termination housing.3. The cable connection according to claim 1 ,wherein the housing is fitted around the electrically insulating layer of each of the plurality of electrical conductors.4. The dry mate cable connection according to claim 1 ,wherein the ...

SUBSEA CONNECTOR

A plug part for a subsea connector, the connector includes a plug and a receptacle. The plug part includes one or more female conducting contact assemblies each female conducting contact assembly including a female contact including inner and outer conducting surfaces, the inner conducting surface defining a cavity of the one or more female conducting contact assemblies and each female contact unit further including a shuttle pin adapted to receive a male contact pin of a receptacle. The female contact assembly further includes a solid insulator mounted radially outward of the external surface and forming an annulus between the outer surface of the female contact and an inner surface of the solid insulator and an orifice between the cavity and the annulus. 1. A plug part for a subsea connector , the subsea connector comprising a plug and a receptacle , the plug part comprising:one or more female conducting contact assemblies each female conducting contact assembly comprising a female contact comprising inner and outer conducting surfaces, the inner conducting surface defining a cavity of the one or more female conducting contact assemblies;each female contact assembly further comprising a shuttle pin within the cavity adapted to receive a male contact pin of a receptacle part;wherein each of the one or more female conducting contact assemblies further comprises a solid insulator mounted radially outward of the outer conducting surface and forming an annulus between the outer conducting surface of the female contact and an inner surface of the solid insulator;wherein each of the one or more female conducting contact assemblies further comprises an orifice in the female contact, the orifice providing a fluid channel between the annulus and the cavity, whereby fluid contained in a closed volume formed by the annulus, the orifice and the cavity, may flow between the annulus and the cavity.2. The plug part according to claim 1 ,wherein at least one of the annulus and the ...

UNDERWATER ELECTRICAL CABLE ASSEMBLY AND MODULAR ELECTRICAL CABLE SYSTEM

A termination assembly including an elongate housing having at least one access port and an end adaptor on each opposing end, said end adaptor including a tube adaptor or a moulded cable end adaptor, a terminal block having a plurality of terminals, said terminal block is positionable within the elongate housing, a sealing sleeve for covering the elongate housing, and wherein the termination assembly is fillable with oil and forms part of a sealed electrical cable when connected via the end adaptors to tube containing a wiring loom and/or when connected to a moulded cable. 1. A termination assembly includingan elongate housing having at least one access port and an end adaptor on each opposing end, said end adaptor including a tube adaptor or a moulded cable end adaptor;a terminal block having a plurality of terminals, said terminal block is positionable within the elongate housing;a sealing sleeve for covering the elongate housing; andwherein the termination assembly is fillable with oil and forms part of a sealed electrical cable when connected via the end adaptors to tube containing a wiring loom and/or when connected to a moulded cable.2. A termination assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said termination assembly has at least one sealable opening for filling the termination assembly with oil or for bleeding air from the termination assembly as the termination assembly is being filled with oil.3. A termination assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said termination assembly has at least two opposed sealable openings for filling the termination assembly with oil or for bleeding air from the termination assembly as the termination assembly is being filled with oil.4. A termination assembly as claimed in claim 2 , wherein each of the at least one sealable opening is sealable with a plug.5. A termination assembly as claimed in claim 4 , wherein at least one of the plugs secures the sealing sleeve to the elongate housing.6. A termination assembly as claimed in ...

SYSTEM FOR SUBSEA PRESSURE BOOSTER POWER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION, METHOD FOR OPERATION AND USE THEREOF

The invention provides a system for subsea pressure booster HV (high voltage), MV (medium voltage) and LV (low voltage) power supply and distribution. The system is distinguished in that the system consists of, essentially consists of or comprises: a supply cable without a connected variable speed drive/variable frequency drive (VSD, VFD); at least one subsea pressure booster, and; one subsea direct online switch (SDOS) for each subsea pressure booster, wherein the supply cable at a source end is coupled to an AC power source at a topside, onshore or subsea location, wherein the supply cable at a pressure booster end is coupled directly or via a distribution device to at least one subsea direct online switch, SDOS, wherein each SDOS is coupled to one subsea pressure booster. Method of operation and use of the system. 1. A system for subsea pressure booster power supply and distribution , the system comprising:a supply cable without a connected variable speed drive/variable frequency drive (VSD, VFD);at least one subsea pressure booster;one subsea direct online switch (SDOS) for each subsea pressure booster;wherein the supply cable at a source end is coupled to an AC power source at a topside, onshore or subsea location;wherein the supply cable at a pressure booster end is coupled directly or via a distribution device to at least one subsea direct online switch, SDOS; andwherein each SDOS is coupled to one subsea pressure booster.2. The system according to claim 1 , comprising at least two subsea pressure boosters and liquid filled subsea direct online switches with pressure compensator claim 1 , coupled via a distribution device to the pressure booster end of the supply cable.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the distribution device is a subsea transformer claim 1 , with one primary winding coupled to the supply cable and one secondary winding for each subsea pressure booster claim 1 , with each secondary winding coupled to a liquid filled subsea direct ...

SUBSEA CABLE SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR SUPPLYING ELECTRICAL POWER TO A SUBSEA DEVICE

A subsea cable system () for transfer of electric power to a subsea device is disclosed where the subsea cable system comprises a subsea cable () with a first end portion () and a second end portion (). The first end portion () is adapted for connection to a supply of electrical energy. The subsea cable () comprises at least a first supply cable (), a second supply cable () and at least one return cable () where the first supply cable (), the second supply cable () and the at least one return cable () each comprises a conductor element () for conduction of an electric current. The subsea cable system () further comprises a conductor transition element () comprising a conductor element () that is provided with at least a first conductor leg (), a second conductor leg () and a third conductor leg (). The first conductor leg () is connected to the conductor element () of the first supply cable (), the second conductor leg () is connected to the conductor element () of the second supply cable () and the third conductor leg () is connected to conductor element () of an end supply cable () that is connectable to a consumer device (). A method for supplying electrical power to a subsea consumer device of electricity is also disclosed. 1. A subsea cable system for transfer of electric power to a subsea device , the subsea cable system comprising a subsea cable with a first end portion and a second end portion where the first end portion is adapted for connection to a supply of electrical energy , the subsea cable comprising at least a first supply cable , a second supply cable and at least one return cable , the first supply cable , the second supply cable and the at least one return cable each comprising a conductor element for conduction of an electric current , the subsea cable system further comprising a conductor transition element comprising a conductor element that is provided with at least a first conductor leg , a second conductor leg and a third conductor leg ...

Terminal Block and Stud for Transitioning an Electrical Connection Between Two Distinct Areas

A terminal block for transitioning electrical connections between two adjacent areas comprises at least one hole for receiving a stud. Each hole comprises a through hole and a sealing chamber surrounding the through hole. A stud is used for each hole. Each stud comprises a seal support flange and a sealing device. Each side of the seal support flange comprises a system for making an electrical connection. The seal support flange is sized to fit within the sealing chamber. The sealing device is located between the support flange and the sealing chamber. The stud is secured to the hole on the opposite side of the dielectric insert from the support flange and the sealing chamber to compress the sealing device between the support flange and the sealing chamber and cause the sealing device to fill the space of the sealing chamber and form a seal between the stud and the sealing chamber. 1. A terminal block for transitioning an electrical connection between two distinct areas comprising:a dielectric insert having at least one hole for receiving a stud;each said hole comprising a through hole and a sealing chamber that surrounds said through hole; and a seal support flange and a sealing device;', 'an electrical connector on each side of said seal support flange;', 'said seal support flange is sized to fit within said sealing chamber and said sealing device is positioned between said support flange and said sealing chamber; and', 'said stud is secured to said hole on the opposite side of said dielectric insert from said support flange and said sealing chamber to compress said sealing device between said support flange and said sealing chamber and cause said sealing device to fill the space of said sealing chamber and form a seal between said stud and said sealing chamber., 'a stud for each hole, each said stud comprising2. The terminal block of in which said an electrical connector comprises one of a crimping cavity claim 1 , a threaded end claim 1 , a set screw claim 1 , ...

UNDERWATER CONNECTOR PART

A connector part for use underwater or in a wet or severe environment is provided. The connector part has a pin projecting axially forwardly from a support and a sliding carriage which is in sealing engagement with the pin. The sliding carriage is movable between an unmated position and a mated position along the pin. A diaphragm is furthermore provided which encloses a volume around the pin. The diaphragm has a first sealing portion that is sealed to the sliding carriage and a second sealing portion that is sealed to a portion of the connector part which is stationary relative to the pin. 1. A connector part for use underwater or in a wet or severe environment , comprising:a pin projecting axially forwardly from a support;a sliding carriage, in sealing engagement with the pin, the sliding carriage being movable between an unmated position and a mated position along the pin, and the sliding carriage being in sealing engagement with the pin both in the unmated and in the mated position; anda diaphragm, enclosing a volume around the pin, including a first sealing portion mounted to and sealed to the sliding carriage to be movable together with the sliding carriage, and including a second sealing portion sealed to a portion of the connector part which is stationary relative to the pin and the support and arranged, in the unmated position, backwardly of the sliding carriage.2. The connector part of claim 1 , wherein the diaphragm provides a liquid tight barrier around the pin such that claim 1 , in the unmated position of the sliding carriage claim 1 , the circumferential face of the pin is protected from ambient medium at least between the sliding carriage and the portion of the connector part to which the second sealing portion of the diaphragm is sealed.3. The connector part of claim 1 , wherein the pin includes an axial length claim 1 , wherein the sealing portion of the connector part claim 1 , stationary relative to the pin claim 1 , is located at an axial ...

Deformable Translatable Seat for Reducing Stress on Ceramic Penetrators

The present invention provides a system for providing a stress reduction apparatus for a ceramic electrical penetrator or pin in a subsea environment. More specifically, the present invention provides a deformable translatable seat in an annular pocket that prevents the transfer of shear forces from a shell or fixture to a ceramic electrical penetrator or pin. The present invention provides a relatively soft metal seat that conforms to the profile of the shoulder of a mating electrical penetrator or pin and deforms to reduce or eliminate concentrated bearing stresses. The deformable translatable seat may also shift and deform within the annular pocket to relieve shearing stresses exerted on the electrical penetrator or pin by the shell or fixture. 1) A bulkhead penetrator assembly and stress reduction apparatus for use in subsea environments , the penetrator assembly comprising:a central element having a first end and second end and having a substantially cylindrical body comprising an enlarged central portion, the enlarged central portion being ceramic and having first and second shoulders that gradually transition down respectively to the first and second ends;a first fixture having an opening adapted to receive the first end of the central element and a metallic seal surface comprising an annular pocket, the annular pocket forming a gap in the metallic seal surface;a second fixture having an opening adapted to receive the second end of the central element and a metallic seal surface geometrically configured to abut the second shoulder of the central element; anda deformable translatable seat disposed within the pocket of the first fixture and adjacent to the first shoulder of the central element, the deformable translatable seat comprising a deformable material geometrically configured in cooperation with adjoining surfaces of the first fixture and the first shoulder to abut the first shoulder of the central element.2) The assembly of wherein the deformable ...

Self-Supporting Electric Power Cable And Buoy Arrangement

A self-supporting electric power cable is disclosed. The electric power cable includes an outer jacket portion and a core portion. The core portion includes at least one insulated conductor and at least one supporting cord. The at least one insulated conductor includes a number of individual wires, and the at least one supporting cord includes synthetic fibres. The number of individual wires, individually or arranged in bundles, are arranged in a first lay direction. The at least one insulated conductor and the at least one supporting cord are arranged in a second lay direction. The at least one supporting cord is arranged as a separate unit in a cross sectional sector of the self-supporting electric power cable. Thus flexible and durable power cable for sea use is provided. Also an offshore arrangement is disclosed herein. 2. The self-supporting electric power cable according to claim 1 , wherein the number of individual wires are arranged in at least two bundles in the at least one insulated conductor claim 1 , and whereinthe at least two bundles are arranged in the first lay direction.3. The self-supporting electric power cable according to claim 2 , wherein the number of individual wires of each of the at least two bundles have a lay length of at least twice a diameter of one of the at least two bundles claim 2 , whereinthe at least two bundles have a lay length of at least twice a diameter of the at least one insulated conductor and less than 100 times the diameter of the at least one insulated conductor, and whereinthe at least one insulted conductor and the at least one supporting cord have a lay length of at least twice a diameter of the self-supporting electric power cable and less than 100 times the diameter of the self-supporting electric power cable.4. The self-supporting electric power cable according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one insulated conductor includes conductor sleeve enclosing the at least two bundles claim 2 , and wherein the ...

COMPOSITE CONNECTION SYSTEM

A connector mating system that can enable the coupling and decoupling of electrical or optical communications channels, while in a deep, sub-oceanic, sea-floor environments, during which time the contacting interfaces of the said channels remain fully protected from the destructive effects of the said environment. The system features a Wet-Mate Connector (WMC) that provides a means for electrical, optical and hybrid inter-connection within an extremely hostile environments. 1. A connector set comprising:a plug having a front oil chamber and a secondary oil chamber having electrical or optical contacts;a receptacle having a front oil chamber and a secondary oil chamber having electrical or optical contacts, the receptacle being adapted to receive the plug,wherein the front oil chamber in the plug and the front oil chamber of the receptacle are used for mechanically engaging the plug and the receptacle, and the secondary oil chamber in the plug and the secondary oil chamber in the receptacle are used for isolation and contact engagement of the electrical or optical contacts of the plug with the electrical or optical contacts of the receptacle.2. The connector set of wherein the front oil chamber of the plug is barrier isolated from the secondary oil chamber of the plug and the front oil chamber of the receptacle is isolated from the secondary oil chamber of the receptacle.3. The connector set of wherein the front oil chamber of the plug is environmentally isolated from the secondary oil chamber of the plug whereby ingress of contamination into the secondary oil chamber of the plug is prevented claim 2 , and wherein the front oil chamber of the receptacle is environmentally isolated from the secondary oil chamber of the receptacle whereby ingress of contamination into the secondary oil chamber of the plug is prevented.4. The connector set of wherein the front oil chamber of the plug and of the receptacle are each separated respectively from the secondary oil chamber of ...

RADIALLY AND AXIALLY-COMPRESSED CERAMIC SEALING METHOD AND APPARATUS

The present invention provides a system and method for providing a seal for an electrical penetrator in a subsea environment. More specifically, the present invention provides for a system for creating a seal about an electrical penetrator without using o-rings or independent seals. The present invention provides for a set of supporting apparatuses to be placed in compression about a central ceramic penetrator element. The geometry of the central ceramic penetrator element and the interior of the supporting apparatuses forms a hermetic seal when under a constant radial and axial, or axial compressive force. 1) A sealing apparatus for use in subsea environments exposed to demanding differential pressure conditions , the apparatus comprising:a central element having a first end and second end and being substantially cylindrical and having a raised central portion, the raised central portion being ceramic and having first and second shoulders;a first fixture having an opening adapted to receive the first end of the central element and a metallic seal surface geometrically configured to abut the first shoulder of the central element;a second fixture having an opening adapted to receive the second end of the central element and a metallic seal surface geometrically configured to abut the second shoulder of the central element; anda means for applying a set of forces to the first and second fixtures to form a seal about the raised central portion of the central element by urging the respective metallic seal surfaces into engagement with the respective first and second shoulders of the raised central portion, the set of forces collectively applying a minimum of 90,000 pound clamping force.2) The apparatus of further comprising claim 1 , a third fixture claim 1 , the third fixture having a first side and a second side and being disposed at the second side of the second fixture.3) The apparatus of further comprising:the first fixture further adapted to abut the front of the ...

REJUVENATION OF SUBSEA ELECTRICAL CABLE INSULATION

Described is a cable rejuvenation apparatus for a cable used in a subsea environment. The apparatus applies a bias signal to a conducting element of the cable, the bias signal being selected to improve the insulation properties of the cable. The bias signal is generated by a bias signal generator. The bias signal can be a voltage which promotes an electrochemical reaction between the conducting element and the salt containing liquid of the subsea environment resulting in the formation of a barrier material at the fault location restricting further leakage current flow and enhancing the insulation resistance of the cable. The bias signal is selected such that the electrochemical reaction promoted by the bias signal maintains the presence of the barrier material at the fault location. 119-. (canceled)20. A cable rejuvenation apparatus for rejuvenating a subsea environment cable , the cable comprising an electrically conducting element sheathed by an electrically insulating material which shields the electrically conducting element from the subsea environment , wherein the cable rejuvenation apparatus is configured to generate and apply a bias signal to the electrically conducting element of the cable , while the cable is located in the subsea environment ,the cable rejuvenation apparatus comprising a bias signal generator configured to generate a bias signal to improve the insulation resistance properties of the cable by promoting an electrochemical reaction generating a barrier material tending to reduce electrical current flow between the electrically conducting element and seawater of the subsea environment, the bias signal being generated to control the rate of the electrochemical reaction to ensure that the barrier material is maintained, at a level sufficient to maintain the insulation resistance properties at a desired level.21. The cable rejuvenation apparatus according to claim 20 , wherein the bias signal generator comprises a voltage source claim 20 , and ...

Underwater Connecting Apparatus and Assemblies

An underwater connecting apparatus is provided. The underwater connecting apparatus includes a flexible diaphragm defining a wall of a chamber for receiving therein an electrical conductor and for containing an electrically insulating material around the conductor. The flexible diaphragm includes an electrically conductive material. 1. An underwater connecting apparatus comprising:a flexible diaphragm defining a wall of a chamber for receiving therein an electrical conductor and for containing an electrically insulating material around the electrical conductor,wherein the flexible diaphragm comprises an electrically conductive material.2. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the insulating material is a polymeric solid material.3. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the chamber is configured to receive a second electrical conductor to provide an electrical connection with the first mentioned electrical conductor in the chamber.4. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the flexible diaphragm is configured to be earthed in use.5. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the electrically conductive flexible diaphragm is configured to engage a radially outwardly facing surface of a member extending axially into the chamber.6. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the chamber extends in an axial direction and comprises a first axial end diameter at a first axial end that is smaller than a second axial end diameter at a second axial end.7. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the chamber is a first chamber claim 1 , and wherein the flexible diaphragm comprises an outer surface exposed to pressure in a second chamber.8. The apparatus as claimed in claim 7 , further comprising:a second flexible diaphragm defining a wall of the second chamber,wherein the second flexible diaphragm comprises an outer surface exposed to pressure outside of the second chamber.9. The apparatus as claimed in claim 8 , wherein the second chamber wall ...

Variable length offshore cable and method of installation

The present invention provides an elongated, flexible conduit precut to an intended target length. Within the flexible conduit is arranged a cable. The elongated flexible conduit according to one aspect is a fibre-reinforced polymer conduit, and the conduit and cable are arranged to be hung-off and terminated at a first end to a first structure. The flexible conduit and internally-arranged cable are pre-cut and pre-terminated to a predetermined target length, whereby, under expected cable-laying conditions, a first or primary hang-off collar at a second end of the conduit will optimally reach the hang-off interface at a second installation such as, for example a hang-off interface arranged in a corresponding deck at a second Monopile foundation. The second end of the flexible conduit comprises a primary, or a main, hang-off interface collar arranged at an intended forecast length. However, to provide for a margin of error, the second end also comprises one or more preinstalled extension segments, each having its own hang-off collar. 1. An offshore cable arrangement , comprising an elongated flexible conduit in which is arranged a cable , said conduit having first and second ends , wherein the first end is equipped with a termination body arranged to be connected to a hang-off interface at a first offshore installation , and wherein the second end of the conduit comprises a first , primary hang-off collar arranged to be connected to a hang-off interface at a second offshore installation , wherein:a. the conduit is precut to a predetermined length, whereby the distance between the first end of the conduit and the primary hang-off collar corresponds to a target cable-laying distance between the hang-off interface of the first installation and the hang-off interface of the second installation,b. at the second end of the conduit is arranged one or more preinstalled extension segments, each of said extension segments being equipped with a supplemental hang-off collar, ...

NON-METALLIC VERTEBRAE BEND RESTRICTOR AND VERTEBRAE END PIECE

A non-metallic clip connection system includes a non-metallic clip having a substantially rectangular base portion, a first longitudinal flared wing portion, and a second longitudinal flared wing portion, wherein a plurality of edges of the clip along a path of insertion are beveled or radiused. The non-metallic clip connection system also includes a first non-metallic member having a first portion of a non-metallic clip receiver and a second non-metallic member having a second portion of the non-metallic clip receiver. The first non-metallic member is secured to the second non-metallic member by inserting the non-metallic clip in the non-metallic clip receiver. A non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor and a non-metallic vertebrae end piece may use a non-metallic clip connection system. 1. A non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor comprising: a first half of a ball portion,', 'a first half of a socket portion,', 'a first half of a first non-metallic clip receiver,', 'a first half of a second non-metallic clip receiver, and', 'a first half of a cavity;, 'a first non-metallic member comprising'} a second half of the ball portion,', 'a second half of the socket portion,', 'a second half of the first non-metallic clip receiver,', 'a second half of the second non-metallic clip receiver, and', 'a second half of the cavity;, 'a second non-metallic member comprising'}a first non-metallic clip; anda second non-metallic clip,wherein the first non-metallic member is secured to the second non-metallic member by inserting the first non-metallic clip in the first non-metallic clip receiver and inserting the second non-metallic clip in the second non-metallic clip receiver.2. The non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of non-metallic retention screws.3. The non-metallic vertebrae bend restrictor of claim 1 , wherein all edges other than a top face of each of the first non-metallic clip and the second non-metallic clip are beveled or ...

Manufacturing a Conductor Part

A method for manufacturing a conductor part for a connector unit is provided. The conductor part includes a conductive core, an insulating sleeve, and at least a first conductive layer arranged between the conductive core and the insulating sleeve. The method includes equipping at least one section of a radially inner surface of the insulating sleeve with the first conductive layer, and equipping at least one section of a radially outer surface of the insulating sleeve with at least a second conductive layer. The second conductive layer is a metal layer or a conductive plastic layer. The method also includes inserting the conducting core in the insulating sleeve before or after equipping a surface of the insulating sleeve with a conductive layer. 1. A method for manufacturing a conductor part for a connector unit , wherein the conductor part comprises a conductive core , an insulating sleeve and at least a first conductive layer arranged between the conductive core and the insulating sleeve , wherein the method comprises:equipping at least one section of a radially inner surface of the insulating sleeve with the first conductive layer;equipping at least one section of a radially outer surface of the insulating sleeve with at least a second conductive layer, wherein the second conductive layer is a metal plated metal layer, a sprayed metal layer, a vapor deposed metal layer, a sputtered metal layer, or any combination thereof; andinserting the conducting core in the insulating sleeve before or after the equipping of the radially inner surface or the radially outer surface of the insulating sleeve with the first conductive layer or the second conductive layer, respectively.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the equipping of the at least one section of the radially outer surface of the insulating sleeve comprises plating the metal layer onto the at least one section of the radially outer surface of the insulating sleeve claim 1 , spraying the second conductive layer ...

METHOD OF DRY-MATING A FIRST CONNECTOR PART AND A SECOND CONNECTOR PART AND CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

A method of dry-mating a first connector part and a second connector part wherein the first and second connector parts are brought into a first mated state, wherein a seal is engaged between the first and second connector parts. A sealed inner space is formed between the first and second connector parts. The sealed inner space is evacuated through an evacuating port. The evacuation port is arranged such that it is located on an inner sealed side of the engaged seal in the first mated state. Further, the first connector part and the second connector part are brought into a second mated state, wherein a seal is engaged between the first connector part and the second connector part such that the evacuation port is located on an outer side of the engaged seal so that it is no longer in flow communication with the sealed inner space. 1. A method of dry-mating a first connector part and a second connector part , the method comprising:bringing the first connector part and the second connector part into a first mated state, wherein a seal is engaged between the first connector part and the second connector part, wherein a sealed inner space is formed between the first connector part and the second connector part;evacuating the sealed inner space through an evacuation port, wherein the evacuation port is arranged such that the evacuation port is located on an inner sealed side of the engaged seal in the first mated state so that the evacuation port is in flow communication with the sealed inner space, andbringing the first connector part and the second connector part into a second mated state, thereby engaging a seal between the first connector part and the second connector part such that the evacuation port is located on an outer side of the engaged seal so that the evacuation port is not in flow communication with the sealed inner space.2. The method according to claim 1 ,wherein the step of bringing the first connector part into a second mated state further comprises: ...

DEVICE FOR GUIDING A SURFACE LINK CABLE FOR A SUBMERGED ROBOT

The invention relates to a device for guiding a cable for linking a submerged robot, in particular a robot for cleaning swimming pools, to the device for controlling and powering same, said guiding device comprising: a. a coupling including a rotary connector, connected by one side to a first floating portion of the linking cable extending from the control and power device to said coupling and, by the other side, to a second portion of the linking cable extending from said coupling to the submerged robot; b. a floating mounting including: bi. a float; bii. an interface for mechanically linking the rotary connector to said float; and biii. a hood extending above the surface when the floating mounting is submerged in a liquid and removably connected to the float; c. in which the mechanical link between the float and the rotary coupling is a ball-and-socket link. 1. A device for guiding a cable for connecting a submerged robot , in particular a robot for cleaning swimming pools , to the device for controlling and powering it , said guiding device including:a. a coupling including a rotary connector, connected by one side to a first floating portion of the connecting cable extending from the control and power supply device to said coupling and, by the other side, to a second portion of the connecting cable extending from said coupling to the submerged robot; bi. a float;', 'bii. an interface for mechanically connecting the rotary connector to said float; and', 'biii. a hood extending above the surface when the floating support is immersed in a liquid and removably connected to the float;, 'b. a floating support includingc. in which the mechanical connection between the float and the rotary coupling is a ball-and-socket connection.2. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the hood is a smooth and convex dome.3. The device as claimed in claim 1 , in which the float is substantially cylindrical claim 1 , the axis (L) of said cylinder being substantially perpendicular ...

SINGLE SELF-INSULATING CONTACT FOR WET ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

An electrical connector includes an electrically insulating body and a self-passivating contact held at a higher voltage than a non-passivating contact. The self-passivating contact includes a first electrically conductive material that forms an electrically insulating passivation layer when exposed to water or other aggressive environment. The non-passivating contact includes a second electrically conductive material that is unreactive when exposed to water or other aggressive environment. The passivation layer on the self-passivating contact prevents electric current from flowing between the self-passivating contact and the non-passivating contact through the water or other aggressive environment. 1. An electrical connector connected to a power source , the electrical connector comprising:an electrically insulating body;a self-passivating contact comprising a first electrically conductive material that forms an electrically insulating passivation layer when exposed to water; anda non-passivating contact comprising a second electrically conductive material that is unreactive when exposed to water,wherein the self-passivating contact is held at a higher voltage than the non-passivating contact by the power source.2. The electrical connector of claim 1 , wherein the first electrically conductive material includes a transition metal claim 1 , and the electrically insulating passivation layer is an oxide formed from the transition metal.3. The electrical connector of claim 2 , wherein the first electrically conductive material is an outer layer of the self-passivating contact.4. The electrical connector of claim 2 , wherein the transition metal is selected from a group containing niobium claim 2 , tantalum claim 2 , titanium claim 2 , zirconium claim 2 , molybdenum claim 2 , ruthenium claim 2 , rhodium claim 2 , palladium claim 2 , hafnium claim 2 , tungsten claim 2 , rhenium claim 2 , osmium claim 2 , and iridium.5. The electrical connector of claim 1 , wherein the ...

UNDERWATER ELECTRICAL CONTACT MATING SYSTEM

A system includes a first mating component formed from a self-passivating transition metal to supply power. The self-passivating transition metal has a property of forming a non-conductive passivation layer when immersed in water. A second mating component formed from a self-passivating transition metal provides a return path for the power and forms the non-conductive passivation layer when immersed in the water. 1. A system comprising:a first mating component formed from a self-passivating transition metal to supply power, the self-passivating transition metal having a property of forming a non-conductive passivation layer when immersed in water; anda second mating component formed from a self-passivating transition metal to provide a return path for the power and to form the non-conductive passivation layer when immersed in the water.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the self-passivating transition metal is selected from the group comprising niobium claim 1 , tantalum claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , zirconium claim 1 , molybdenum claim 1 , ruthenium claim 1 , rhodium claim 1 , palladium claim 1 , hafnium claim 1 , tungsten claim 1 , rhenium claim 1 , osmium claim 1 , and iridium.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first mating component or the second mating component is a pin claim 1 , a receptor claim 1 , or a plate.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first mating component and the second mating component are housed in a first housing connector.5. The system of claim 4 , further comprising a second housing connector that includes at least two mating components to form a load circuit with the first mating component and the second mating component of the first housing connector.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein a portion of the non-conductive passivation layer of at least one mating component is removed upon mating of the first housing connector to the second housing connector.7. The system of claim 6 , further comprising an alternating current (AC) or direct ...

DEVICE FOR SEALABLY CONNECTING CIRCUITS IN CONTAMINATED ENVIRONMENTS AND METHODS OF USING AND MAKING SAME

A connector for sealably engaging and disengaging contacts therein can include a first unit and a second unit that is movable with respect to the first unit between an unmated position and a mated position. The first unit can have one or more closed chambers therein. Each closed chamber of the first unit contains fluid and one or more first contacts. The second unit can have one or more closed chambers therein, each closed chamber of the second unit containing fluid and one or more second contacts. Each second contact is configured to engage one of the first contacts. The one or more closed chambers of the first unit remain sealed from the one or more closed chambers of the second unit throughout mating and demating of the first and second units. 1. A connector for sealably engaging and disengaging contacts therein , the connector comprising:a first unit having one or more closed chambers therein, each closed chamber of the first unit containing fluid and one or more first contacts, at least a portion of each closed chamber of the first unit being configured to be movable with respect to another portion thereof to permit pressure within the closed chamber to at least approximately equal pressure outside of the closed chamber;a second unit having one or more closed chambers therein, each closed chamber of the second unit containing fluid and one or more second contacts, each second contact being configured to engage one of the first contacts, at least a portion of each closed chamber of the second unit being configured to be movable with respect to another portion thereof to permit pressure within the closed chamber to approximately equal pressure outside of the closed chamber, the second unit being movable with respect to the first unit between an unmated position and a mated position,wherein, upon moving the first and second units from the unmated position to the mated position, the one or more first contacts contained within the one or more closed chambers of the ...

CONNECTOR FOR LANYARD ATTACHMENT OF SEISMIC NODE TO CABLE

Systems and methods of deploying seismic data acquisition units from a marine vessel are disclosed. The system can include a mechanical attachment device comprising a cavity formed by interlocking a first member and a second member. Protrusions located on the first member and second member can increase the coefficient of friction between a rope and the mechanical attachment device responsive to an increase in tension on the rope. A lanyard can couple a seismic data acquisition unit to the mechanical attachment device. 1. A system to deploy seismic data acquisition units off a vessel to perform a seismic survey in an aqueous environment , comprising: a first member coupled to a second member via a pin that extends through the first member and the second member, the first member configured to pivot about an axis formed by the pin;', 'a cavity formed by interlocking the first member and the second member, the cavity to receive a rope that extends through the cavity;', 'a first protrusion located on a first portion of the second member, the first protrusion disposed in the cavity;', 'a second protrusion located on a second portion of the second member, the second protrusion disposed in the cavity and separated from the first protrusion by a distance;', 'a third protrusion located between the first protrusion and the second protrusion, the third protrusion disposed in the cavity at a distance away from an axis formed by the first protrusion and the second protrusion, an arrangement of the first protrusion, the second protrusion and the third protrusion to increase a coefficient of friction between the rope and the mechanical attachment device responsive to an increase in tension on the rope; and', 'an opening that extends away from a portion of the mechanical attachment device, the opening to receive a lanyard; and, 'a mechanical attachment device comprisingthe lanyard to couple a seismic data acquisition unit to the mechanical attachment device via the opening.2. The ...

CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTING TOGETHER UNDERWATER CABLES AND IN PARTICULAR UMBILICAL CABLES FOR RENEWABLE MARINE ENERGY FARMS

A connector for connecting underwater cables includes: a connection housing in which the cables enter parallel to each other and parallel to a first direction; and a handling bar, connected to the connection housing by a linking unit hinged along an axis perpendicular to the first direction. 1. A connector for connecting underwater cables comprising:a connection housing in which the cables enter parallel to each other and parallel to a first direction, anda handling bar, connected to the connection housing by linking means hinged along an axis perpendicular to the first direction.2. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the linking means comprise opposing symmetrical protruding parts of the connection housing.3. The connector according to any one of the preceding claims claim 1 , to claim 1 , wherein the handling bar has a general U-shape claim 1 , comprising two branches engaged on either side of the connection housing.4. The connector according to claim 3 , wherein the branches of the handling bar each have a connecting end claim 3 , hinged on the connection housing by the linking means.5. The connector according to claim 4 , wherein the linking means comprise opposing symmetrical protruding parts of the connection housing claim 4 , and a connecting orifice formed in each connecting end claim 4 , each protruding part being engaged in a respective connection orifice.6. The connector according to claim 1 , wherein the handling bar is connected to at least one handling cable.7. The connector according to claim 1 , comprising at least one ballast mass removably connected to the connection housing.8. A handling system for the connector according to claim 1 , comprising means for actuating the connection housing claim 1 , connected to an handling cable and a curved ramp for moving the connector between a first supine storage position and a second upright position for submersion/retrieval claim 1 , by pivoting about an axis of the hinged linking means of the ...

Quick Release Connection Flange

A quick release cable pull-in system for securing a conduit () in which is arranged a cable () to the mouth of a J-Tube () or other opening in a structure. The system includes a collar () with a groove () attached to the end of the conduit. A rotatable locking arm () releasably engages the collar when a tapered nose () cone is pulled into the J-Tube. The rotatable locking arm has a shoulder member () that is biased downward into the interior of the cylindrical opening. According to one aspect, the shoulder member is downwardly biased by an elastomeric collar ( According to another aspect, the shoulder member is downwardly biased by a spring, by magnetic forces or other means. 12838. A quick release cable pull-in system for releasably connecting a flexible protective outer conduit () , in which is internally arranged an elongated cable () , to another structure , characterized in that the system comprises:{'b': 36', '34', '28', '38', '42, 'a. A pull-in arrangement at the leading end of the conduit, said pull-in arrangement comprising a tapered nose piece adapted to be connected to a pull-in line () for pulling the cable into the structure (), said nose piece being releasably attached to the conduit () and the internal cable () by a weak link attachment (), said weak link attachment arranged to detach from the conduit at a lower pulling force than from the cable,'}{'b': 30', '28', '32, 'b. A connection collar () attached to the leading end of the conduit (), said locking collar having a recess or groove (),'}{'b': '12', 'c. A cylindrical body () attached to the structure, the body having a cylindrical opening leading to the interior of the structure adapted for receiving the pull-in arrangement and the locking collar,'}{'b': 20', '12', '44', '44', '32', '30, 'd. A rotatable locking arm () attached to the cylindrical body (), the arm having a downward projecting shoulder member (), said locking arm arranged such that, when in a first lower position the shoulder member ...

UNIVERSAL LOAD BEARING CABLE CONNECTOR

Provided are load bearing universal adaptors for connecting electrical cables in a watertight configuration. The mechanical advantage associated with wedges in a tapered cavity ensures that load is appropriately transferred to the walls of the wedge housing and, as the load increases, the gripping force on the electrical cable increases. In this manner, a load applied to the electrical cable is at least partially provided to the walls of the system rather than acting to pull the cable out of the adaptor, and the object to which the adaptor is connected, such as a terminal block. 2. The adaptor of claim 1 , wherein the one or more wedge springs comprise:a radial wedge spring to generate a radially-directed force; anda longitudinal wedge spring to generate the longitudinally-directed force to longitudinally translate the cable seal housing in the wedge cavity.3. The adaptor of claim 1 , wherein the one or more wedge springs comprise an integrated wedge spring claim 1 , wherein the integrated wedge spring generates both a radially-directed force and the longitudinally-directed force.4. The adaptor of claim 3 , wherein the cable seal housing comprises:a central body portion extending from a proximal end to a distal end, the central body portion having an inner-facing surface and an outer-facing surface;wherein the integrated wedge spring comprises a plurality of leaf springs extending from the central body portion distal end and terminating at a cable seal housing distal end; 'a wedge inner surface configured to grip an external surface of the electrical cable positioned in and passing through a passage defined by the central body portion inner-facing surface.', 'the wedge connected to the leaf spring, the wedge having5. The adaptor of claim 4 , comprising a plurality of leaf springs uniformly-radially dispersed to form a central passage longitudinally aligned with the central body portion passage for receiving an electrical cable claim 4 , wherein the plurality of leaf ...

An apparatus for electrical connection in wells and other remote environments

An apparatus comprising an electrically powered device. The apparatus comprises a functional device, a device electrical terminal, a casing, a power supply and a casing electrical terminal. The apparatus is characterised in that corresponding physical retaining means are provided on the device and the casing respectively, to ensure that physical connection between the device electrical terminal and the casing electrical terminal is maintained, during use of the apparatus. The physical retaining means of the apparatus automatically engages when the device is moved into the desired position relative to the casing. 1. An apparatus for electrical connection in wells and other remote environments , comprising: an electrically powered device comprising a functional device and a device electrical terminal; and a casing comprising a power supply and a casing electrical terminal , characterized in that corresponding physical retaining means are provided on the device and the casing respectively , to ensure that physical connection between the device electrical terminal and the casing electrical terminal is maintained , during use of the device.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the physical retaining means is engaged automatically.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the automatic physical retaining means is engaged when the device is moved into the desired position relative to the casing.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the physical retaining means includes at least one latching cam.5. The apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one latching cam is in the form of a spring arm.6. The apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one latching cam comprises a spring arm and includes an enlarged portion at one end which engages with a corresponding shoulder on the casing to prevent lateral movement.7. The apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein there are two latching cams claim 4 , one on each side of the device ...

WATERPROOF STRUCTURE OF CONNECTOR

A waterproof structure of a connector is configured to waterproof a cable including a sheath surrounding a plurality of wires and a connector housing connected to the plurality of wires extending from a tip portion E of the sheath The waterproof structure includes a seal member collectively covering the plurality of wires between the cable and the connector housing The seal member has one end fitted onto the sheath and in which the plurality of wires extend from the tip portion E with any arrangement relation, and another end fitted into the connector housing 1. A waterproof structure of a connector , the waterproof structure configured to waterproof a multicore cable including an outer sheath surrounding a plurality of wires , and a connector main body connected to the plurality of wires extending from a tip portion of the outer sheath , the waterproof structure comprising:a waterproof member collectively covering the plurality of wires between the multicore cable and the connector main body,wherein the waterproof member has one end fitted onto the outer sheath and in which the plurality of wires extend from the tip portion with any arrangement relation, and another end fitted into the connector main body.2. The waterproof structure of a connector according to claim 1 , comprising:a hard cover member disposed to surround the waterproof member; anda cable fitting portion provided at the one end of the waterproof member,wherein in the cable fitting portion, a cable seal lip portion fitted onto the outer sheath is circumferentially provided on an inner circumferential surface of the cable fitting portion and an auxiliary cable seal portion fitted into the cover member is circumferentially provided on an outer circumferential surface of the cable fitting portion, the cable seal lip portion and the auxiliary cable seal portion being disposed at a same position in an axial direction of the cable fitting portion.3. The waterproof structure of a connector according to ...

SOURCE ENERGY CONNECTOR PIGTAIL

The present invention provides a ruggedized heavy duty source connector adapted for use on large air guns. The source connector comprises reinforcing fibers in the cable jacket that are anchored to the connector front shell, an external blast shield in place of a rear shell, and a fatigue resistant strain relief overmold. 1) A ruggedized source connector comprising:a body having a front, a back, an interior and an exterior;an overmold assembly disposed in part at the back and in the interior of the body;a shell mechanically coupled to the body and disposed about the exterior of the back of the body and covering at least a portion of the overmold assembly;a set of pins disposed in the interior at the front of the body; anda cable disposed within the overmold assembly and having a set of conductors electrically connected to the set of pins.2) The source connector of wherein the shell comprises a blast shield.3) The source connector of wherein the overmold assembly comprises a shell-to-overmold transition and a tapered tail adapted to provide strain relief to the cable.4) The source connector of wherein the strain relief is provided by a plurality of reinforcement layers.5) The source connector of wherein the reinforcement layers comprise layers of aramid fiber reinforcement.6) The source connector of wherein the overmold assembly comprises a engineered polymer overmold.7) The source connector of wherein a set of o-rings are disposed at the front of the body and are adapted to provide a hermetic seal when the source connector is in a mated configuration.8) The source connector of wherein the shell is coupled with the body by a threaded portion.9) The source connector of wherein the cable is potted in a socket within the interior of the body.10) The source connector of wherein the potting is an epoxy potting and the socket is a spelter socket.11) The source connector of wherein the set of pins are disposed in a retained insert at the front of the body.12) A system for ...

GLOBAL LINK CONNECTOR SYSTEM

A connector mating system that can enable the coupling and decoupling of electrical or optical communications channels, while in a deep, sub-oceanic, sea-floor environments, during which time the contacting interfaces of the said channels remain fully protected from the destructive effects of the said environment. The system features a Wet-Mate Connector (WMC) that provides a means for electrical, optical and hybrid interconnection within an extremely hostile environments. 1. A connector set comprising:a plug having an isolation chamber having electrical or optical contacts;a receptacle having an isolation chamber having electrical or optical contacts, the receptacle being adapted to receive the plug, wherein the isolation chamber in the plug and the isolation chamber of the receptacle are barrier sealed from an external environment by a scalloped rotational interface valve, providing an isolated contiguous isolation chamber with passageway for the optical or electrical contacts between the connector halves, following engagement of the individual connector halves.2. The connector set of wherein each interface valve establishes a sealing interface between a surface of the respective interface valves.3. The connector set of wherein each interface valve is installed in a carrier shell claim 1 , providing a sealing interface between an end of each valve carrier shell and about a perimeter of the respective interface valve before and during engagement of the plug and receptacle.4. The connector set of whereby the interface valves rotate upon connector engagement.5. The connector set of wherein interface valves claim 1 , when rotated claim 1 , each provide linear passages between the engaged connector halves.6. The connector set of wherein interface valves claim 1 , when rotated claim 1 , each provide passage for at least one electrical contact.7. The connector set of wherein each interface valve claim 1 , when rotated claim 1 , provides passage for at least one optical ...

Harsh Environment Connector With Rolling Seals

An underwater rolling seal connector assembly has releasably mateable connector units with one or more rolling seals mounted in front faces of units. The rolling seals are rotatable back and forth between a closed position sealing one or more chambers within the respective units which contain one or more contacts and an open position in which bores through the seals are open to allow contacts in one unit to pass through the seal openings and engage contact in the other unit. A shell of one connector unit has inwardly facing cam formations and each rolling seal has outwardly directed eccentric rotators configured for engagement with respective cam formations on mating and de-mating of the connector units, whereby travel of the respective rotators along the respective cam formations during mating and de-mating rotates the rolling seals into the open and closed positions, respectively. 1. A connector assembly , comprising:first and second releasably mateable connector units each having a rear end, a front end, and a longitudinal axis, and each connector unit comprising a shell, a manifold located at least partially inside the shell, at least one contact chamber containing at least one contact, each manifold having a front end wall with at least one inlet communicating with the contact chamber and aligned with the contact, the shell and manifold of each connector unit being relatively movable;the front end wall of each manifold having at least one recessed seat having opposite first and second ends;at least one rolling seal movably mounted in each recessed seat, the rolling seal having at least one through bore;each rolling seal being movable relative to the respective seat in a non-axial direction relative to the respective connector unit between a sealed and closed condition in which the through bore is offset from the respective inlet and the inlet is sealed when the connector units are unmated and an open condition in which the through bore is aligned with the ...

Wet Mate Connector

A contact module for a component of an electrical connector includes a housing with a bore formed within the housing and a shuttle pin slidably received within the bore of the housing. The contact module may further include a biasing mechanism to bias the shuttle pin towards a mating end of the housing, an electrical contact positioned adjacent the bore of the housing, and a diaphragm positioned within the housing with a fluid channel formed between one side of the diaphragm and the electrical contact. 1. A contact module for a component of an electrical connector , comprising:a housing including a bore formed within the housing and a mating end;a shuttle pin slidably received within the bore of the housing;a biasing mechanism to bias the shuttle pin towards the mating end of the housing;an electrical contact positioned adjacent the bore of the housing; anda diaphragm positioned within the housing with a fluid channel formed between one side of the diaphragm and the electrical contact.2. The contact module of claim 1 , further comprising:a second electrical contact positioned adjacent the bore of the housing and axially along the bore with respect to the first electrical contact; anda second diaphragm positioned within the housing with a second fluid channel formed between one side of the second diaphragm and the second electrical contact.3. The contact module of claim 2 , wherein the first diaphragm and the second diaphragm are positioned radially about the bore at substantially the same axial position with respect to the bore.4. The contact module of claim 1 , wherein the electrical contact and the diaphragm overlap claim 1 , at least partially claim 1 , in axial position with respect to the bore.5. The contact module of claim 1 , further comprising an electrical contact socket configured to receive an electrical line claim 1 , wherein the electrical contact extends between the bore and the electrical contact socket such that the electrical contact is in ...

SUBMERSIBLE MOTOR AND WATERPROOF CONNECTOR

The present invention relates to a high-voltage submersible motor and a waterproof connector for use in the submersible motor. The submersible motor includes a motor body (), a power cable (), a cable contact () electrically connected to the power cable (), a cable-side insulating member () to which the cable contact () is liquid-tightly coupled, a motor contact () connected to the cable contact (), a motor-side insulating member () to which the motor contact () is liquid-tightly coupled, and an insulating resin () that fills an enclosed space () formed between the cable-side insulating member () and the motor-side insulating member (). A connecting portion of the cable contact () and the motor contact () is covered with the resin (). 1. A submersible motor comprising:a motor body;a power cable for supplying power to the motor body;a cable contact electrically connected to the power cable;a cable-side insulating member to which the cable contact is liquid-tightly coupled;a motor contact connected to the cable contact;a motor-side insulating member to which the motor contact is liquid-tightly coupled; andan insulating resin that fills an enclosed space formed between the cable-side insulating member and the motor-side insulating member, wherein a connecting portion of the cable contact and the motor contact is covered with the resin.2. A waterproof connector comprising:a cable contact which is electrically connectable to a power cable;a cable-side insulating member to which the cable contact is liquid-tightly coupled;a motor contact which is connectable to the cable contact;a motor-side insulating member to which the motor contact is liquid-tightly coupled; andan insulating resin that fills an enclosed space formed between the cable-side insulating member and the motor-side insulating member, wherein a connecting portion of the cable contact and the motor contact is covered with the resin.3. A submersible motor comprising:a motor body;a power cable for supplying ...

Device for Inductive Transmission of Electrical Energy

A connector is for the inductive transmission of electrical energy. The connector includes a female part and a male part. The female part and the male part each are provided with an electrical circuit, the electrical circuit forming either a primary side or a secondary side of a transformer. The female part includes a spherical cavity and a surface layer and the male part includes a spherical portion and a surface layer. The spherical cavity is complementary to the spherical portion. The electrical circuit of the female part is formed with a concave side on the side facing the surface layer of the female part, and the electrical circuit of the male part is positioned in the spherical portion of the male part. The electrical circuit is formed with a convex side on the side facing the surface layer of the male part. 1. A connector for the inductive transmission of electrical energy , the connector comprising:a female part and a male part the female part and the male part each being provided with an electrical circuit, the electrical circuit forming either a primary side or a secondary side of a transformer; the female part including a spherical cavity and a surface layer and the male part including a spherical portion and a surface layer; the spherical cavity being complementary to the spherical portion,wherein the electrical circuit of the female part is formed with a concave side on the side facing the surface layer of the female part, and the electrical circuit of the male part is positioned in the spherical portion of the male part and the electrical circuit is formed with a convex side on the side facing the surface layer of the male part.2. The connector in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the surface layer of the female part is provided with channels claim 1 , the channels extending along the periphery of the spherical cavity from an inner portion of the spherical cavity to an entrance portion of the spherical cavity claim 1 , and the channels having mouth ...

Foundation Interface Device

A foundation interface device for pulling a cable () that is arranged in a conduit into a structure. The interface device has a flexible, generally cylindrical pull-in member () that is connected to the conduit. At the leading end of the pull-in member is a weak link latch having releasable arms () connected to the pull-in member and connection piece () connected to the cable. At the rear of the pull in member is a slidable sleeve operably connected to extendable teeth (). The slidable sleeve has an abutment () that contacts an opening of the structure when the interface device is pulled into the opening, causing the sleeve to slide rearward at thus extending the teeth to lock the interface device in the opening. 1. A foundation interface device comprisinga. an elongated, essentially cylindrical pull-in member arranged to be connected at its trailing end to a conduit in which is arranged a cable,b. a slidable sleeve arranged longitudinally movable in relation to a portion of the pull-in member,c. one or more laterally extendable and/or retractable teeth connected to the slidable sleeve by a linkage whereby longitudinal movement of the sleeve is translated into a rotational movement of the teeth about an axis, said rotational movement extending and/or retracting the teeth in a lateral direction with respect to the pull in member,d. said pull-in member arranged to be pulled into an opening in a subsea foundation in a forward direction, wherein the pull-in member comprises an abutment portion larger than the opening and arranged to abut an outer wall of the foundation thereby preventing the pull-in member from being pulled into the foundation beyond the abutment portion, and wherein the teeth, when in an extended position, are arranged to abut an inner wall of the foundation thereby preventing removal of the pull-in member in a rearward direction beyond the teeth, and wherein the teeth, when in a retracted position caused by the longitudinal movement of the sleeve ...

UNDERSEA CABLE, UNDERSEA CABLE INSTALLATION STRUCTURE, AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING UNDERSEA CABLE

Ocean floating installations () are disposed on the ocean. The ocean floating installations () float on the ocean with the lower part of the ocean floating installations () being fixed to the seabed by mooring ropes (). Each of the ocean floating installations () is connected at a connection part () to a cable (), which is a first cable. Each of the cables () is connected at a connection part () to a cable (), which is a second cable. In other words, the ocean floating installations () are connected to each other by the cables () and the cable (). A connection is established with the cables () at the connection parts () located on the seabed. In other words, the cables () are installed on the seabed. 1. An undersea cable comprising:a first cable having an impermeable layer formed by winding a tape-shaped component; anda second cable having an impermeable layer formed of a lead sheath, whereineach of the first cable and the second cable comprises at least a power cable and armoring portions wherein the power cable includes a conductor on which an insulating layer, a shielding layer, an impermeable layer, and an anti-corrosive layer are formed in sequence and the armoring portions are formed by disposing a plurality of wire material on the periphery side of the whole of a plurality of the power cables in the circumferential direction of the periphery of the whole power cables and providing the wire materials helically in the axial direction of the power cables; andthe second cable is placed between a pair of the first cables to be connected thereto.2. The undersea cable according to claim 1 , wherein:the tape-shaped component is a multilayer tape in which a metal layer is interposed by resin layers; andthe metal layer of the multilayer tape has at least either protrusion portions or recess portions that are repeatedly formed thereon.3. The undersea cable according to claim 1 , wherein:an external impermeable layer is provided on the periphery side of the armoring ...

High voltage subsea coupling arrangement

A high voltage, subsea connection assembly having a male part ( 101 ) and a female part ( 1 ). A radially inwardly facing female electric contact face ( 25 ) is axially movable with respect to the housing ( 5 ). A male pin ( 106 ) moves from a non-connected into a connected position along a first and a succeeding second insertion section. Along the second insertion section, the female contact face ( 25 ) is axially aligned and moves with the male electric contact face ( 113 ). The female part ( 1 ) has a radial actuation means ( 30 ) to move the female contact face ( 25 ) radially inwards when the female electric contact face ( 25 ) moves along the second insertion section, such that the electric contact faces ( 25, 113 ) of the male part and the female part, respectively, are forced radially against each other by radial force from the radial actuation means ( 30 ).

SUBSEA HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTION ASSEMBLY

A subsea HV connection assembly comprising a male part () with an axially movable male pin () with a electric contact face. The male pin is supported in a support (). A female part () has a female contact face (), a female housing () and a male pin receiving aperture (). The female housing () or the support () is flexibly supported to a support section () over a flexible support arrangement (). The flexible support arrangement () comprises a pivoting member () with an outer pivot face () in sliding engagement with an inner pivot face (), wherein the pivot faces have the shape of a section of a concentric sphere, wherein the pivoting member () is configured to pivot with respect to the inner pivot face () about a pivotal point (). 1. A subsea high voltage connection assembly comprisinga male part with an axially movable male pin with a male electric contact face, wherein the male pin is supported in a male pin support;a female part with a female electric contact face, a female housing and a male pin receiving aperture;a flexible support arrangement;wherein the female housing or the male pin support is flexibly supported to a support section over the flexible support arrangement, wherein the female part and the male part comprise mutually engaging alignment faces configured for mutual alignment of the female part and the male part;wherein the flexible support arrangement comprises a pivoting member with an outer pivot face in sliding engagement with an opposite inner pivot face, wherein the outer pivot face and the inner pivot face have the shape of a section of a concentric sphere, wherein the pivoting member is configured to pivot with respect to the inner pivot face about a pivotal point; andwherein the alignment face of the female part or the alignment face of the male part, respectively, is fixed with respect to the pivoting member.2. The subsea high voltage connection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the flexible support arrangement is part of the female ...

HIGH VOLTAGE SUBSEA CONNECTION ASSEMBLY

High voltage, subsea connection assembly having a male part () comprising a male housing () with a liquid chamber (), and a male housing aperture (). A male pin () is positioned within the male housing aperture. A female part () has a female housing () with a liquid chamber () with a dielectric liquid, and a male pin receiving aperture (). The male pin is axially movable into and out of the female housing (). An aperture channel () has a rear section (), the radial inwardly directed face of which together with an outer radial face of the male pin () defines a flushing gap () when the male pin () is positioned in the rear section (). An exit channel () is arranged in the aperture channel, between the rear section, and the male pin receiving aperture or the male housing aperture. 1. A high voltage , subsea connection assembly havinga male part comprising a male housing with a liquid chamber with a dielectric liquid, and a male housing aperture, wherein a male pin is supported in the male housing and positioned within the male housing aperture; anda female part with a female housing with a liquid chamber with a dielectric liquid, and a male pin receiving aperture;wherein the male pin is axially movable into and out of the female housing through the male pin receiving aperture, between a non-inserted non-connected position and an inserted connected position, the female housing comprises an electric contact face which is configured to contact an electric contact face of the male pin when the male pin is in the inserted connected position, wherein the male pin receiving aperture or the male housing aperture constitutes a forward section of an axially extending aperture channel configured to encompass an axial section of the male pin;wherein the aperture channel has a rear section, the radial inwardly directed face of which together with an outer radial face of the male pin defines a flushing gap when the male pin is positioned in the rear section; andwherein at least one ...

CONNECTOR UNIT AND METHOD

A connector unit with first and second connector parts. The first connector part has a volume compensating chamber that is pressure compensated against an ambient environment. A contact support element enters a second connector part during mating of the unit. The second connector part has a second volume compensating chamber that is pressure compensated against the ambient environment. The unit has a communication chamber in flow communication with the first volume compensating chamber when in an unmated state and is in flow communication with the second volume compensating chamber when in the mated state. During mating, flow communication between the communication chamber and the first volume compensating chamber is interrupted and the communication chamber is brought into flow communication with the second volume compensating chamber, so that the communication chamber is pressure compensated via the second volume compensating chamber in the mated state. 1. Connector A connector unit comprising:a first connector part and a second connector part; wherein the first connector part has at least a first volume compensating chamber that is pressure compensated against an ambient environment, and has at least one contact support element that at least partly enters the second connector part of the connector unit during mating of the connector unit; wherein the second connector part of the connector unit has at least a second volume compensating chamber that is pressure compensated against the ambient environment; anda communication chamber that is in flow communication with the first volume compensating chamber, of the first connector part when the connector unit is in an unmated state; and wherein the communication chamber is in flow communication with the second volume compensating chamber of the second connector part when the connector unit is in a mated state;wherein the connector unit is configured such that during mating of the first connector part and the second ...

Water impermeable electrical junction system

A water impermeable electrical junction system for effectively preventing a contaminant such as liquid, water, and debris from contacting electrical connections. The water impermeable electrical junction system generally includes a base, a first seal member connected to the base, a first connector positioned within the first seal member, a second seal member configured and arranged to operatively connect to the first seal member, and a second connector positioned within the second seal member. The first connector and the second connector electrically connect to one another with the first seal member and second seal member covering the first connector and second connector to prevent the entry of a contaminant inside of the seal members or to make contact with the connectors.

Electrical Connector For Harsh Environments

A plug and receptacle electrical connector can be repeatedly connected and disconnected in harsh environments such as seawater. The plug unit has blade-like pins with insulated shafts and conductive tips. It engages a receptacle unit housing respective socket contacts within closed, nested, oil-filled chambers. The chambers are pressure balanced to the in-situ environment and to each other, and employ positive means to remain sealed before, during, and after mating and demating. 1. A sealed electrical connector comprising:a first unit having one or more first electrical contacts each including an insulated blade-like shaft with a conductive tip;a second unit having a closed chamber containing dielectric fluid therein;respective one or more second electrical contacts positioned within said closed chamber;one or more slit-like openings which permit the respective one or more first electrical contacts to penetrate sealably into said chamber to electrically contact respective one or more second electrical contacts therein;at least one movable element of said closed chamber to balance the fluid pressure therein to the in-situ environmental pressure; and,active closure means to urge the one or more slit-like openings to remain sealed.2. A sealed electrical connector as in wherein the slit-like openings are through an end-seal comprising a resilient material.3. A sealed electrical connector as in wherein the active closure means to urge the one or more narrow slit-like openings into the closed chamber to remain sealed is at least one spring.4. A sealed electrical connector as in wherein the at least one spring is a circular spring.5. A sealed electrical connector as in wherein the circular spring is disposed in an outer recess of the end-seal.6. A sealed electrical connector as in wherein the outer recess of the end-seal has flat sides.7. A sealed electrical connector as in wherein the second unit includes a bore and wherein the end-seal includes segmented nibs acting ...

Method And Apparatus For Performing Cable Lay And Connection Operations

The invention relates to a method of laying and connecting cable between a first structure and a second structure. The first and second structures may be turbine towers or other structures positioned in a body of water. The method includes the step of connecting a second end laying mechanism on the second structure for engagement with a second end portion of the cable. The second end portion of the cable is then engaged with the second end laying mechanism to form a catenary of cable at one side of the second end laying mechanism between the first and second structures, and a tail section at the other side of the second structure. The height of the second end laying mechanism is then adjusted to allow connection of the second end of the cable to the second structure. Second end laying and connecting apparatus for facilitating the laying and connecting of cable between first and second structures is also provided. 1. A method of laying and connecting cable between a first structure and a second structure , the method comprising:providing a first end of the cable for connection to the first structure;providing the second structure with a second end laying mechanism for engagement with a second end portion of the cable, wherein the second end laying mechanism is supported by the second structure;engaging the second end portion of the cable with the second end laying mechanism to form a catenary of cable at one side of the second end laying mechanism between the first and second structures-, and a tail section at the other side of the second structure, and adjusting height of the second end laying mechanism to allow connection of the second end of the cable to the second structure.2. A method according to claim 1 , further comprising the step of connecting the first end of the cable to the first structure.3. A method according to claim 1 , further comprising positioning the second end laying mechanism in a lowered configuration initially and then raising the second end ...

SUBSEA UMBILICAL TERMINATION ASSEMBLY

A subsea umbilical termination assembly comprising: an umbilical termination head fixed to the end of a subsea umbilical; and an electrical and/or optical distribution unit comprising a base frame and several connectors mounted to the base frame, wherein each connector is electrically connected to an electrical cable of the subsea umbilical via the umbilical termination head or optically connected to an optical cable of the subsea umbilical via the umbilical termination head. The umbilical termination head is mounted in a space provided inside the base frame of the distribution unit. 1. A subsea umbilical termination assembly comprising:an umbilical termination head fixed to the end of a subsea umbilical; andan electrical and/or optical distribution unit comprising a base frame and several connectors mounted to the base frame, wherein each connector is electrically connected to an electrical cable of the subsea umbilical via the umbilical termination head or optically connected to an optical cable of the subsea umbilical via the umbilical termination head;wherein the umbilical termination head is mounted in a space provided inside the base frame of the distribution unit.2. A subsea umbilical termination assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the distribution unit comprises a cylindrical outer casing which accommodates the base frame of the distribution unit and the umbilical termination head.3. A subsea umbilical termination assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said the casing has a circular cross-sectional shape.4. A subsea umbilical termination assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the umbilical termination head is centrally positioned inside the base frame of the distribution unit.5. A subsea umbilical termination assembly according to claim 1 , wherein one or more of the connectors are located in a space of the distribution unit radially outwardly of the umbilical termination head.6. A subsea umbilical termination assembly according to claim 1 , wherein ...

COMPOSITE CONNECTION SYSTEM

A connector mating system that can enable the coupling and decoupling of electrical or optical communications channels, while in a deep, sub-oceanic, sea-floor environments, during which time the contacting interfaces of the said channels remain fully protected from the destructive effects of the said environment. The system features a Wet-Mate Connector (WMC) that provides a means for electrical, optical and hybrid inter-connection within an extremely hostile environments. 136-. (canceled)37. A connector set comprising:a plug having a plug front fluid chamber;a receptacle having a receptacle front fluid chamber, the receptacle being adapted to receive the plug; andone or more interface valves;wherein the plug front fluid chamber comprises a plug sealed engagement chamber and the receptacle front fluid chamber comprises a receptacle sealed engagement chamber; andwherein the plug sealed engagement chamber and the receptacle sealed engagement chamber are configured to mechanically engage with each other forming a contiguous sealed chamber through concurrent actuation of the interface valves forming barrier end-seals between the plug sealed engagement chamber and the receptacle sealed engagement chamber.38. The connector set of claim 37 , wherein the interface valves forming the barrier end-seals between the plug sealed engagement chamber and the receptacle sealed engagement chamber prior to engagement of the plug and the receptacle.39. The connector set of claim 37 , wherein each of the interface valves is installed in a carrier shell providing a sealing interface between the carrier shell and about a perimeter of the interface valve prior to engagement of the plug and the receptacle.40. The connector set of claim 39 , wherein each of the carrier shells has a multi-sided geometry claim 39 , whereby each of the carrier shells can translate within an outer plug shell without influence from external fowling.41. The connector set of claim 37 , wherein the interface valves ...

POTTING BOOT AND IN-LINE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY INCLUDING THE SAME

An in-line electrical connector includes a potting boot. The potting boot includes longitudinal ribs are spaced apart from one another about a longitudinal axis of a boot body. Internal thread members project radially inward from an interior surface of the boot body relative to the longitudinal axis. The thread members have arcuate lengths extending about the longitudinal axis of the boot body. Each longitudinal rib has an associated one of the internal thread members that radially overlaps an entirety of the width of the longitudinal rib relative to the longitudinal axis of the boot body. An electrical connector threadably mates to the internal thread members of the potting boot. The electrical connector electrically couples to another electrical connector. 1. An in-line electrical connector comprising: a boot body having open proximal and distal end portions, a longitudinal axis extending through the proximal and distal end portions, and interior and exterior surfaces,', 'an internal cavity defined by the interior surface of the boot body and extending longitudinally within the boot body,', 'longitudinal ribs projecting radially outward from the exterior surface of the boot body relative to the longitudinal axis, each longitudinal rib have a length extending lengthwise along the boot body and a width extending about the longitudinal axis of the boot body, wherein the longitudinal ribs are spaced apart from one another about the longitudinal axis of the boot body, and', 'internal thread members projecting radially inward from the interior surface of the boot body relative to the longitudinal axis, wherein the thread members have arcuate lengths extending about the longitudinal axis of the boot body, wherein each longitudinal rib has an associated one of the internal thread members that radially overlaps an entirety of the width of the longitudinal rib relative to the longitudinal axis of the boot body; and, 'a potting boot including'}an electrical connector ...

Coiled Tubing Connector to Electrical Submersible Pump

A connector secures an ESP to coiled tubing containing a power cable. Upper and lower barriers in the connector housing define an upper chamber, a lower chamber, and a center chamber. An upper chamber dielectric fluid in the upper chamber is in fluid communication with the interior of the coiled tubing. A lower chamber dielectric fluid in the lower chamber is in fluid communication with motor lubricant in the motor of the ESP. Center chamber dielectric fluid in the center chamber is sealed from contact with the upper and lower chamber dielectric fluids by the upper and lower barriers. A thermal expansion device has a container portion for allowing center chamber dielectric fluid to expand into the container. 1. An apparatus for connecting an electrical submersible pump assembly (ESP) to a string of coiled tubing containing a power cable having power conductors , the ESP and coiled tubing adapted to be installed within a well , the ESP having a pump , a motor , and a pressure equalizer for reducing a pressure difference between motor lubricant in the motor and well fluid surrounding the motor , the apparatus comprising:a tubular housing configured to connect between a lower end of the coiled tubing and an upper end of the motor;upper and lower barriers in the housing, defining an upper chamber above the upper barrier, a center chamber between the upper and lower barriers, and a lower chamber below the lower barrier;upper electrical terminals in the upper barrier configured to connect to the conductors of the power cable, and lower electrical terminals in the lower barrier configured to connect to motor leads of the motor;electrical conductor members in the center chamber extending between the upper and the lower electrical terminals in the upper and lower barriers;upper chamber dielectric fluid, center chamber dielectric fluid, and lower chamber dielectric fluid filling the upper, center and lower chambers, respectively, the upper chamber dielectric fluid, the center ...

BEND LIMITING DEVICE FOR A CABLE CONNECTED TO A FLOATING MARINE INSTALLATION OR VESSEL

A bend limiting device for a cable includes at least one elongated sleeve member with an entrance end exhibiting an entrance opening and an opposite exit end exhibiting an exit opening for the cable, an outer abutment surface between the entrance and exit ends secures against a rigid surface of a floating marine installation or vessel, an axially through-going hole between the entrance opening and the exit opening accommodates a portion of the cable, and at least one clamping device secures the sleeve member in a fixed position around the cable portion. The outer abutment surface of the sleeve member allows it to be secured against the rigid surface by applying a pulling force on the cable in a direction from the abutment surface to the rigid surface, as well as to be detached from the rigid surface when the application of pulling force on the cable ceases. 1100101102103104. A bend limiting device () for a cable (′) connected to a connection point () of a floating marine installation () or vessel , said bend limiting device comprising at least one elongated sleeve member () provided with:{'b': 105', '106', '104', '101', '102, 'an entrance end (), which exhibits an entrance opening () into said sleeve member () for the cable (′) connected to said connection point ();'}{'b': 107', '108', '101', '104, 'an exit end (), opposite to the entrance end, which exit end exhibits an exit opening () for the cable (″) out of said sleeve member ();'}{'b': 109', '105', '107', '110', '103, 'an outer abutment surface () disposed between the entrance end () and the exit end (), which abutment surface is adapted to be secured against a rigid surface () of said marine installation () or vessel;'}{'b': 111', '106', '108', '101, 'an axially through-going hole () between the entrance opening () and the exit opening () for accommodating a portion (′″) of the cable; and'}{'b': 112', '104', '101, 'at least one clamping device () for securing said sleeve member () in a fixed position around ...

Stecker für eine elektrische Steckverbindung

A method for connecting two coupling parts of a subsea coupling arrangement to each other

A method for connecting a first coupling part (1 a) and a second coupling part (1b) of a subsea coupling arrangement (1) to each other, the first coupling part being provided with at least one sealing surface (12a) which is adapted to abut against a corresponding sealing surface (12b) of the second coupling part to form a watertight seal between the coupling parts. Said sealing surfaces are brought into contact with each other by displacing the coupling parts towards each other. Filtered sea water is fed through a channel (25) in one of said coupling parts and into a space (14) between the coupling parts during said displacement of the coupling parts towards each other, said filtered sea water being discharged from said space and into the surroundings while flowing over said sealing surfaces to thereby prevent particles and dirt from being trapped between the sealing surfaces.

Pothead for Use in Highly Severe Conditions

A pothead assembly for use under severe operating conditions. The pothead assembly includes a plurality of ferrules, a compression plate, a pothead housing, and a threaded collar. When the collar and a base portion of a pothead housing are engaged, the pothead assembly is operable to form a metal to metal seal on metal tubing that surrounds insulated wiring without the use of a solder joint or weld joint. The resulting pothead assembly has a lower profile than conventional potheads, does not require the use of tube connectors and is operable to form the seal in close proximity to the motor.

Pothead for use in highly severe conditions

A pothead assembly for use under severe operating conditions. The pothead assembly includes a plurality of ferrules, a compression plate, a pothead housing, and a threaded collar. When the collar and a base portion of a pothead housing are engaged, the pothead assembly is operable to form a metal to metal seal on metal tubing that surrounds insulated wiring without the use of a solder joint or weld joint. The resulting pothead assembly has a lower profile than conventional potheads, does not require the use of tube connectors and is operable to form the seal in close proximity to the motor.

Подводный электрический соединитель

1. Подводный электрический соединитель, содержащий:вертикально подвижный гнездовой узел соединителя, выполненный с возможностью установки на вертикально фиксированный штыревой узел соединителя; причемгнездовой узел соединителя, определяющий камеру, содержащую газ для вытеснения из нее воды и т.п. и имеющую закрытый верхний конец и открытый нижний конец для приема верхнего конца штыревого узла соединителя;изолирующую оболочку, выполненную с возможностью установки внутри верхнего конца гнездового узла соединителя для перемещения из первого положения, в котором она защищает первый электрический контактор, предусмотренный на верхнем конце штыревого узла соединителя, во второе положение, в котором первый электрический контактор обнажен; причемверхний конец гнездового узла соединителя заключает в себе второй электрический контактор, выполненный с возможностью зацепления с первым электрическим контактором после перемещения изолирующей оболочки из первого положения во второе положение.2. Электрический соединитель по п.1, в котором газ, содержащийся в камере гнездового узла соединителя, сжат для вытеснения воды и т.п. из камеры.3. Электрический соединитель по п.1, в котором вертикально подвижный гнездовой узел соединителя выполнен с возможностью скольжения по вертикально фиксированному штыревому узлу соединителя.4. Электрический соединитель по п.1, в котором штыревой узел соединителя выполнен, по существу, жестким и закреплен при прямом или косвенном использовании на дне моря или на дне реки, отходя, по существу, вертикально вверх от дна моря или дна реки.5. Электрический соединитель по п.1, в котором изолиру РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК H01R 13/523 (13) 2012 154 001 A (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2012154001/07, 13.05.2011 (71) Заявитель(и): АЛЬСТРОМ Риньюэбл Текнолоджиз (FR) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (72) Автор(ы): ОЛЛТОН Ричард (GB) 14.05.2010 GB 1008070.3 (85) ...

Underwater coaxial connector

FIELD: electrical equipment. SUBSTANCE: invention relates to electrical equipment, namely to underwater electric cables to a diver performing under water works connecting devices, for example, of the subsea sub-ice arrangement of oil and gas fields technical facilities system single-core cables connection. Connector consists of cable and modular parts. Connector cable part is inserted into the modular part and fixed in it by a push mechanism. Conductive medium remnants removal is performed by the mobile insulator displacement, before its displacement, flushing of the internal conductive and external insulating volumes cavities and their filling with an insulating liquid are performed. EFFECT: invention provides creation of the connector enabling stable operation at a voltage of up to 6 kV, a current of up to 500 A and allowing connection and disconnection of parts under water. 1 cl, 4 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 650 195 C2 (51) МПК H01R 13/523 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК H01R 13/523 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2016109039, 14.03.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 11.04.2018 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 14.03.2016 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 14.09.2017 Бюл. № 26 (45) Опубликовано: 11.04.2018 Бюл. № 11 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: SU 1679572 A1, 23.09.1991. RU 2 6 5 0 1 9 5 Дата регистрации: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Михайлов Валерий Михайлович (RU), ООО "Конструкторское бюро "Энергодвижение" (RU) R U 14.03.2016 (72) Автор(ы): Михайлов Валерий Михайлович (RU) 43107 U1, 27.12.2004. SU 721874 A1, 15.03.1980. US 3643207 A, 15.02.1972. US 3626356 A1, 07.12.1971. 2 6 5 0 1 9 5 R U (54) Подводный коаксиальный разъем (57) Реферат: Изобретение относится к электротехнике, а именно к устройствам для подсоединения подводных электрических кабелей водолазом, выполняющим работы под водой, например для подсоединения одножильных ...

水底に布設されたケ−ブルの着地状態調査装置

(57)【要約】本公報は電子出願前の出願データであるた め要約のデータは記録されません。

海上铺缆设备

海上铺缆设备，包括撑杆、铲柄、轮架、挖土轮、第二铲斗、履带底盘、机箱、卷绕筒、第一气缸、机座、第一支板、剪叉臂、第二销轴、第二镂空、第二支板、第一电磁铁、第二电磁铁、机壳、电机、环形板、伸缩钻杆、电缆、轴承、吊耳、折叠管、第一销轴、第一镂空、第二气缸、伸缩轴、凹槽、转轴和第一铲斗，所述机箱下安装履带底盘，履带底盘前侧安装轮架，轮架和机箱之间安装撑杆；本发明的优点是：具有将电缆首端固定住。

Malfunction monitoring apparatus of underground distribution line

The present invention relates to a fault detecting apparatus of an underground power distribution line and, more specifically, to a fault detecting apparatus of an underground power distribution line capable of checking whether a sensor sensing a state of a power distribution line installed in the ground breaks down according to a predetermined interval while preventing a power distribution line from rapidly sinking in water by moving up and down a power distribution line according to a change in a water level of a power culvert. The fault detecting apparatus comprises: a sensor unit (100); a data collecting apparatus (200); a parent server (300); a control unit (120); and a detecting unit (700).

A kind of underwater wet-mate connector

本发明公开了一种水下插拔连接器，壳体具有前后延伸的插接通道，壳体上开设有处于插接通道前端的供适配连接器接触件插入插接通道的插入口，插接通道中设有用于与壳体外的水体相通的通水腔，插接通道中沿前后方向导向移动装配有插孔密封杆，插孔密封杆前端具有用于与适配连接器接触件顶推配合的配合端面，插接通道中于插入口的后方设有密封结构，插接通道中于密封结构与通水腔之间设置有充油腔，插接通道中滑动密封装配有隔设于充油腔与通水腔之间的活塞块，插孔密封杆后部和接触件均设置于充油腔中，插孔密封杆后端与活塞块通过弹性件传动连接，浮动块上连接有复位弹簧，有效解决了现有的水下插拔连接密封不可靠的问题。

Fluid tight electrical connector assembly

Gear joining first and second parts of underwater connector

FIELD: electrical engineering. SUBSTANCE: gear joining first and second parts of underwater connector includes first holder with guiding socket and second holder with plug which nose part is beveled towards front end having cross-section smaller than that of guiding socket and narrowed part located behind nose part. EFFECT: simplified design and enhanced functional reliability of gear. 9 cl, 18 dwg СОС ПЧ ГЭ РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (19) ВИ” 2103 772‘ (51) МПК 13) Сл Н 01 К 13/523 12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21), (22) Заявка: 93053040/09, 10.01.1992 (30) Приоритет: 11.01.1991 СВ 9100634.6 (46) Дата публикации: 27.01.1998 (56) Ссылки: СВ, патент, 2192316, кл. Н 02 С 15/14, 1988. (86) Заявка РСТ: СВ 92100057 (10.01.92) (71) Заявитель: Троник Лимитед (СВ) (72) Изобретатель: Малькольм Джон Элкок[ГСВ], Джозеф Аллан Никольсон[ СВ], Тревор Джеймс Тистлтвейт[СВ], Фред Дэвид Майерс СВ] (73) Патентообладатель: Троник Лимитед (СВ) С1 (54) УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ СОЕДИНЕНИЯ ПЕРВОЙ И ВТОРОЙ ЧАСТЕЙ ПОДВОДНОГО СОЕДИНИТЕЛЯ (57) Реферат: Сущность изобретения: устройство для соединения первой и второй частей подводного соединителя, содержащее первый держатель с направляющей штепсельной розеткой и второй держатель со штепсельной вилкой, носовая часть которой скошена вперед к переднему концу, имеющему поперечный размер, меньший поперечного размера направляющей розетки и суженную часть, расположенную сзади носовой части. 9 з.п. ф-пы, 18 ил. 2103772 КО Фиг.1 СОС ПЧ ГЭ КУЗЗАМ АСЕМСУ ГОК РАТЕМТ$ АМО ТКАОЕМАКК$ (19) ви (11) 2 103 772 (13) Сл (51) 1 С1.6 НОл В 13/523 12) АВЗТКАСТ ОЕ 1МУЕМТОМ (21), (22) АррИсаНоп: 93053040/09, 10.01.1992 (71) АррисапЕ (30) Рношу: 11.01.1991 СВ 9100634.6 (46) Бае ог ричбИсанНоп: 27.01.1998 (86) РСТ аррИсанНоп: СВ 92100057 (10.01.92) ТгоК Итнеа (СВ) (72) пуетщог. — Ма!Ко’т О7хвоп ЕМКоК[ СВ], О7По7е{т АЙап Мко!’зоп[СВ], Тгеуог О7Пе]т$ П$Шуе СВ], Егеа Вепма Маег$[СВ] (73) Ргорпеюг: Тгоп К Итнеча (СВ) (54) СЕАК /ОММС ...