Adjustable Fracturing Fluid Conduit for Wellhead Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fracturing fluid delivery systems for wellhead assemblies are cumbersome and difficult to adjust, making it challenging to efficiently couple fracturing manifolds with fracturing trees, especially in varying spatial and height configurations.
Innovation Solution
A fracturing fluid supply line system with a vertical branch and adjustable fluid conduit, featuring pivot connections and ball-and-socket joints, allows for flexible and precise alignment between the fracturing manifold and fracturing trees, enabling easier assembly and adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional fixed-location fracturing manifolds and trees are used, then structural stability is maintained, but adjustment between components becomes difficult and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic coupling system where the fracturing manifold can be positioned at variable locations along the wellhead assembly using adjustable positioning mechanisms. This allows the manifold to move between fixed positions rather than being permanently fixed, enabling easy adjustment while maintaining structural stability through controlled dynamic positioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling system is divided into discrete modular components including positioning mechanisms, coupling devices, and connection elements. This segmentation allows each component to be independently adjusted and assembled, simplifying the overall complexity while enabling flexible adjustment between the manifold and tree components.
2Adaptability or versatility
If heavy fracturing manifolds and trees are mounted at fixed locations, then structural stability is ensured, but adaptability to varying spatial configurations is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs dynamic positioning capabilities that allow the fracturing manifold to be relocated along the wellhead assembly as needed. This dynamic adaptability enables the heavy assembly to accommodate varying spatial configurations without requiring permanent fixed mounting, reducing the need for multiple heavy fixed installations.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling mechanism is designed with universal adaptability to accommodate different spatial arrangements and height configurations. The same heavy manifold assembly can be adapted to various wellhead configurations through adjustable coupling devices, eliminating the need for multiple specialized heavy components for different scenarios.
3Manufacturing precision
If traditional coupling methods are used, then assembly is straightforward, but precise alignment between fracturing fluid supply line and wellhead assembly cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling system incorporates preliminary alignment features and positioning mechanisms that pre-establish the correct spatial relationship between the fracturing fluid supply line and wellhead assembly before final connection. This preliminary action ensures precise alignment is achieved automatically during assembly without requiring complex manual adjustment procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces intermediary coupling devices that act as mediators between the fracturing fluid supply line and the wellhead assembly. These intermediary components provide built-in alignment features and adjustment capabilities that facilitate both precise alignment and ease of assembly, bridging the gap between the two components.
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AI summary
A fracturing fluid delivery system is provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a wellhead assembly, a fracturing fluid supply line, a vertical branch extending upward from the fracturing fluid supply line, and a fluid conduit coupling the vertical branch in fluid communication with the wellhead assembly. The fluid conduit may extend linearly from the vertical branch to the wellhead assembly. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.