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Joining tubular members

US7866708B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 9, 2004
Grant dateJan 11, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 28, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B17/18
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An apparatus includes a connector to connect a first tubing section and a second tubing section together. The connector that includes a body that includes a first opening to receive the first tubing section, a second opening to receive the second tubing section, and a passageway. The apparatus includes a member that is adapted to be moved from a retracted position to an extended position to form a sealed connection between a tubular member that is connected to the first tubing section and the passageway.

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