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Jackup oil rig and similar platforms

US7850398B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 18, 2007
Grant dateDec 14, 2010
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Expiry dateDec 16, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE02B2017/0086
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A jackup rig having a built-in capability of driving and extracting piles without need for dedicated pile drivers or extractors. The jackup rig provides an ice breaking functional capability, supplied by a jacking system, for operating in icy waters.

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