Tension leg platform mooring tether connector
US4320993A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 28, 1980 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B41/10
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connector apparatus for connecting a tension leg platform mooring tether to a subsea foundation, the apparatus comprising: a plug positioned on the lower end of the mooring tether for mating union with a receptacle positioned in the foundation so that the plug is readily positioned in the receptacle to maintain the mooring tether in connection with the foundation with the plug being readily removable from the receptacle when desired.
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