Apparatus and method for directionally disposing a flexible member in a pressurized conduit
US8528651B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 3, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B36/00
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus and method for directionally disposing an elongated flexible member in a pressurized conduit, including inserting a bent end portion of an elongated hollow body through an opening in fluid communication with a well valve and defined by a pressurized conduit, the bent end portion being disposed in a pre-determined direction and location within the pressurized conduit; inserting a lead portion of an elongated flexible member into a fluid passageway defined by a primary valve, the fluid passageway of the primary valve being in sealed fluid relationship with the elongated hollow body which, in turn, is in sealed fluid relationship with the pressurized conduit, wherein the lead portion of the elongated flexible member is inserted through the bent end portion and into the pressurized conduit by a pre-determined distance; and retaining in place the inserted elongated flexible member which is directionally disposed in the pressurized conduit.
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