Adjustable drilling rig
US12000280B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B7/027
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An adjustable drilling rig is provided for drilling and installation of foundational micropile matrices in difficult to access locations. A platform and separately adjustable legs are provided to level the platform. Arms and a crossbar mount to the legs, and each includes a bushing slidably mounted and moveable there along. A mast is slidably attached to the crossbar bushing through a mounting plate. The mast carries a drill head to which a drill will be attached. Various adjusters are mounted to bushings, mounting plate and other components of the adjustable drilling rig and are independently and selectively activated to adjust the drill head translationally along the X-, Y- and Z-axes and rotationally about the X- and Y-axes to achieve five degrees of freedom in five planes. The entire adjustable drilling rig is provided in two frames for easy transport to remote work sites and may be assembled without complex tools.
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