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Automatic control methods for positioning the lower end of a filiform structure, notably an oil pipe, at sea

US7066686B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 10, 2004
Grant dateJun 27, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 21, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05D3/1454
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Method intended for automatic control of an underwater pipe for connecting the lower end of the pipe to a wellhead, wherein the following stages are carried out:

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