GRIPPING ARRANGEMENT FOR GRIPPING A TUBE-SHAPED BODY, TRANSFER SYSTEM WITH THE GRIPPING ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING TUBE-SHAPED BODY
DE602022038582T2Active Publication Date: 2026-06-17SAIPEM SPA
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Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SAIPEM SPA
- Filing Date
- 2022-11-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-17
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing methods for transferring tubular bodies between vessels in offshore operations are hazardous for operators due to the need for manual hooking and require precise initial positioning, which is complicated by relative vessel movement.
Method used
A gripping assembly with a positioning system and actuation assembly that allows for automatic alignment and rotation of gripping arms to securely engage tubular bodies, compensating for misalignments and enabling safe, automated transfer.
Benefits of technology
Ensures safe and precise transfer of tubular bodies without operator intervention, accommodating misalignments and varying conditions, suitable for diverse vessels and applications.
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