Non-threaded tubular connection
US11649683B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 10, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L2201/40
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A technique facilitates connection of tubulars along a tubing string via a linear motion. A first tubular is provided with a first connector end having a non-circular transverse cross-section, and a second tubular is provided with a second connector end having a corresponding non-circular transverse cross-section. The non-circular cross-section and the corresponding non-circular cross-section are designed to matingly engage when the first and second tubulars are moved linearly toward each other to form a tubing string. A seal is provided to seal the first connector end with the second connector end once linearly engaged. A locking mechanism may be employed to linearly lock the first connector end with the second connector end.
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