Modular blowout preventer control system
US10287842B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 21, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 5, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B47/00
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed here are systems and methods for modular blowout preventer (BOP) control. A modular BOP control unit system of one embodiment includes a group of modular control units mounted on a skid. The modular control units can include a main control unit module for an annular BOP, a diverter valve module for a diverter, and a BOP valve module for one or more ram BOPs. In some instances, the modular control units are received in pockets of the skid. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.
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