Connection tip for a flexible line, and associated flexible line and mounting method
US10690275B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 23, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L33/01
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connection end-fitting for a flexible fluid transport line, the flexible line includes a pressure sheath, an interlocked pressure vault and at least one traction armor layer; the armor layer includes a plurality of armor elements; the end-fitting includes: an end region of the interlocked pressure vault, an end segment of each armor element, an end vault and a cover, a front sealing assembly of the pressure sheath, a system for locking the interlocked pressure vault relative to the end vault; the locking system includes a curved holding assembly that is radially mounted between the end region of the interlocked pressure vault and the front crimping flange.
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