Systems, devices and methods for orienting a production outlet of a subsea production tree
US12006780B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 15, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B33/035
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
One illustrative apparatus (1) disclosed herein includes a helix structure (20) that comprises at least at least one helical surface (15), a plurality of orientation slots (17) positioned around a perimeter of the helix structure, each of the orientation slots (17) being adapted to receive an orientation key (18), a component orientation slot (21) positioned adjacent a bottom end of the at least one helical surface (15) and a threaded bottom recess (43). The apparatus (1) also includes a threaded adjustable nut (30) that is adapted to be at least partially positioned in the bottom recess and threadingly coupled to the threaded bottom recess (43).
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