Efficient and reliable subsea compression system
US9488180B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 20, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E60/36
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system, method, and apparatus for compressing a process fluid are provided. The system includes a sealed housing configured to be submerged in a body of water, and a compressor disposed in the sealed housing and including a compressor casing, the compressor being configured to compress a process fluid. The system also includes a motor operably coupled to the compressor and disposed in the sealed housing, the motor being configured to drive the compressor. The system further includes a source of hydrogen, such as a hydrogen generator, disposed in the sealed housing or submerged and disposed proximate thereto, the source of hydrogen being fluidly coupled with the compressor and configured to provide the hydrogen gas thereto.
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