Modular Hydraulic Fracturing Manifold Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current hydraulic fracturing systems face inefficiencies and increased costs due to complex transport, deployment, assembly, operation, maintenance, and re-deployment processes, particularly in the alignment and connection of manifold modules during fracturing operations.
Innovation Solution
A modular hydraulic fracturing system comprising a manifold assembly with interconnected flow line segments and extendable connectors, allowing for efficient alignment and connection of manifold modules without external lifting equipment, facilitated by a vehicle-based transport and positioning system that minimizes handling and enhances modular assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional hydraulic fracturing systems are used, then fracturing operations can be performed, but transport, deployment, assembly, operation, maintenance, and re-deployment processes become complex and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The hydraulic fracturing system is divided into modular components including manifold modules, each containing flow line segments and connectors. These modules can be independently transported, assembled, and configured, simplifying the overall system deployment and maintenance while maintaining full functionality.
2Ease of operation
If manifold modules are aligned and connected using conventional methods, then connection is achieved, but external lifting equipment is required and handling becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The connector assemblies are integrated directly into the manifold modules, combining the connection function with the module structure. This integration eliminates the need for separate external lifting equipment and simplifies the alignment and connection process between modules.
3Ease of manufacture
If modular manifold assemblies are used, then assembly and maintenance are simplified, but precise positioning and alignment of modules is required
Solution Approach 1:
The manifold modules are designed with self-aligning connector assemblies that automatically position and connect to adjacent modules. The modular design includes built-in alignment features that guide precise positioning during assembly, eliminating the need for complex external positioning equipment while ensuring accurate connection.
Data Source
AI summary
A method for delivering a fracturing fluid at a well site includes transporting a manifold module using a platform to the well site by supporting the manifold module on a vehicle bed; using the platform to position the manifold module directly over a target location; extending a stand from the manifold module toward the ground; lifting the manifold module off the bed using the extended stand; moving the platform away from under the manifold module; and lowering the manifold module using the stand. These steps are repeated to form a manifold assembly that includes a plurality of serially aligned and interconnected manifold modules. A related system includes a manifold assembly and platform as described.