Method and apparatus for inserting an elongate object into a trench in a sea floor
US12074414B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 16, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B2207/02
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle for deploying a cable into a trench in the sea bed is disclosed. The vehicle comprises a body adapted to move relative to the trench in the sea bed, and a bellmouth for engaging the cable and mounted to the body, wherein the bellmouth is adapted to define an open channel in a direction facing the trench for engaging the cable.
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