Bladder containment mechanism
US8246052B1 · kind B1 · utility
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12Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 30, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L55/134
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A downhole submersible pumping system includes a housing and a bag seal assembly. The bag seal assembly includes a seal bag and a fastening assembly. The fastening assembly is configured to exert a compressive force between inner and outer surfaces of a first end of the seal bag. The fastening assembly may include a first ring attached to the support tube, a second ring and a plurality of fastening members. The first ring may be configured for threaded engagement with the support tube. The second ring is configured for engagement with the first ring.
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