Spring finger connector
US4373753A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 18, 1981 |
| Grant date | Feb 15, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S285/917
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tension spring finger connector is provided for offshore pipelines. The connector makes use of a metal seal which is reusable and does not require a diver for subsea connection operations. The holding components of the connector are colleted spring fingers and a combination drivelock ring. Sealing is accomplished with a combination of a seal ring and a flexible cantilevered support.
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