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Multi quick connector for subsea use

US10473251B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 18, 2017
Grant dateNov 12, 2019
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L2201/10
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Connector for fluid, connectable by a remotely operated vehicle, ROV, includes a first part including a first cam element including an opening and a cam for engagement of a protrusion, the first cam element and the cam being rotably arranged relative to the first part; a second part includes a second cam element for insertion into the opening, the second cam element including the protrusion for the cam; a clutch between the first cam element and a handle to be held by the ROV; an indicator on the first part to indicate correct position for connecting, and disconnecting, the first part with, or from, the second part with the first and second cam elements; and an emergency release mechanism to disconnect the first part from the second part.

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