Integrated Fracturing Fluid Manifold Structure Without Skid Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional hydraulic fracturing fluid delivery systems require a skid sub-assembly for structural integrity, increasing costs and weight, and are inefficient in terms of sub-assemblies and productivity.
Innovation Solution
A compact, integrated monoline system design that eliminates the skid sub-assembly by using a low-pressure assembly as a structural body and a high-pressure assembly that can function independently or with the low-pressure assembly, reducing the number of sub-assemblies and weight, and utilizing schedule 120 steel pipes and cross beams for structural support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a skid sub-assembly is used to maintain structural integrity, then the structural stability is improved, but the manufacturing cost and weight increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the skid sub-assembly with either the low-pressure or high-pressure manifold system into a single integrated unit. This merging eliminates the need for separate structural support components while maintaining the required structural integrity, thereby reducing overall system weight and manufacturing cost.
Solution Approach 2:
The manifold system is designed to serve dual functions: both as a fluid distribution component and as a structural support element. By making the manifold multi-functional, the patent eliminates the need for dedicated skid sub-assemblies, reducing weight while maintaining structural stability.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a skid sub-assembly is used to maintain structural integrity, then the structural stability is improved, but the manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the skid sub-assembly functions into the existing manifold systems, reducing the total number of components that need to be manufactured and assembled. This integration simplifies the manufacturing process and reduces overall manufacturing cost while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
By designing the manifold to serve both fluid distribution and structural support functions, the patent reduces the bill of materials and assembly complexity, thereby lowering manufacturing costs while maintaining the required structural stability.
3Stability of the object's composition
If multiple sub-assemblies are used, then the structural integrity is maintained, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent reduces system complexity by merging the skid sub-assembly with the manifold systems, consolidating multiple components into fewer integrated units. This reduction in component count simplifies the overall system architecture while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The multi-functional manifold design eliminates the need for separate dedicated structural support components, thereby reducing system complexity. The same component performs both fluid distribution and structural support functions, simplifying the overall system configuration.
4Weight of stationary object
If the skid sub-assembly is eliminated, then the manufacturing cost and weight are reduced, but the structural integrity must be maintained through alternative means
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the structural support function into the existing manifold systems, allowing these components to bear both fluid distribution and structural loads. This merging enables weight reduction by eliminating the skid sub-assembly while maintaining structural integrity through the strengthened manifold design.
Solution Approach 2:
The manifold is designed as a multi-functional component that simultaneously performs fluid distribution and provides structural support. This universality allows the elimination of dedicated structural components like the skid sub-assembly, reducing weight while maintaining the required structural integrity.
Data Source
AI summary
A hydraulic fracturing fluid delivering system includes at least one fracturing fluid delivering unit that is configured with a low-pressure flow line assembly, a high-pressure flow line assembly, and a plurality of cross beams. The plurality of cross beams is evenly spaced along the low-pressure flow line assembly. The plurality of cross beams is welded onto the low-pressure flow line assembly to structurally strengthen the fracturing fluid delivering unit. The high-pressure flow line assembly is positioned atop the plurality of cross beams and mounted to the plurality of cross beams so that the multiple high-pressure flow line assemblies are able to structurally strengthen the hydraulic fracturing fluid delivering system.