Universal method and apparatus for deploying flying leads
US8186910B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 29, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/013
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
In one embodiment, the subsea deployment system may be used to install flying leads with integral buoyancy. In another embodiment, the subsea deployment system may be used to install flying leads with separate buoyancy modules. The installation sling assembly may be used with the subsea deployment system or with other systems to deploy flying leads subsea. The universal removable cartridge may be interchanged for use on a horizontal drive unit and a mud mat.
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