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Unbonded reinforced plastic pipe

US11629801B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 26, 2021
Grant dateApr 18, 2023
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB32B2597/00
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Pipe body for an unbonded reinforced thermoplastic pipe (uRTP), the pipe body including a fluid retaining liner, an intermediate layer located radially outwardly of the fluid retaining liner, and a protective sheath located radially outwardly of the intermediate layer. The pipe body includes an end portion for terminating the pipe body at an end fitting. At the end portion, the intermediate layer is bonded to the fluid retaining liner. Away from the end portion, the intermediate layer remains unbonded to the fluid retaining liner.

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