Rotary chain jack that maintains tension in a mooring line/chain
US11008071B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2017 |
| Grant date | May 18, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H55/303
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotary chain jack may include a frame, a dual chain wheel rotatably coupled to the frame, and a stopper assembly mechanically coupled to the frame. The stopper assembly may include latches. The stopper assembly may be positioned to selectively engage a chain passing over the dual chain wheel. The rotary chain jack may be used to moor offshore structures.
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