Riser support
US9341031B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 25, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B17/015
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Apparatus and method for supporting a riser are disclosed. The apparatus includes an anchoring element (420) for anchoring a riser to a fixed structure, and a supporting portion (412) configured to support a section of flexible pipe (406), the supporting portion having a bearing surface for the section of flexible pipe to bear against to thereby restrain the flexible pipe from upward movement.
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