Floating barge-platform and method of assembly
US6125780A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 15, 1997 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B35/38
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A stable floating barge-platform for offshore operations and a method for assembling same. The barge-platform is assembled from a plurality of substantially identical, buoyant modules, all of which have substantially the same outer configuration. The buoyant modules are constructed onshore and transported to an offshore location where they are positioned and connected together to form the platform. When connected, an opening will be present through the center of the platform. This opening reduces the bottom area of the platform and accordingly substantially reduces the wave forces on the platform.
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