Method for transferring LNG from a ship to a facility
US10589826B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 20, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D9/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for transferring liquid natural gas from a ship to a facility, the transfer system comprising: a hoisting device which is designed to be secured on the deck of the ship; a mobile chassis, which is supported by the hoisting device; a first on-board pipe, for transferring liquid natural gas from the ship to the facility, said first on-board pipe being supported by the mobile chassis; and a second on-board pipe for the transport of inert gas, said second on-board pipe being supported by the mobile chassis comprising a first connection element which is associated with the second duct, and being connected to the first on-board pipe between the valve and the second connection element of the first on-board pipe.
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