Subsea Injection Module Layout for Compact Fluid Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Individualized components in subsea fluid injection systems lead to inefficiencies in fluid connections, area footprints, scalability, and communications, complicating subsea operations.
Innovation Solution
An integrated injection system with a master valve module, in-line-tee module, and bridge module, all supported by a common foundation, which simplifies fluid coupling and reduces complexity by integrating these components on a unified platform.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If individualized components are used in subsea fluid injection systems, then each component can be independently installed and maintained, but the system complexity increases and area footprint expands
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into modular components (master valve module, ILT module, bridge module) that can be independently installed and maintained while being integrated on a common foundation. This segmentation allows independent servicing without requiring the entire system to be shut down or accessed separately.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple functional modules are merged onto a single common foundation structure, integrating what would traditionally be separate individualized components into a unified platform. This reduces overall system complexity and interconnection requirements while maintaining operational independence of each module.
2Adaptability or versatility
If individualized components are used in subsea fluid injection systems, then component flexibility is maintained, but area footprint and material costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from horizontal dispersion of individualized components to vertical integration on a common foundation. By stacking modules vertically and using three-dimensional space efficiently, the footprint is reduced while maintaining component flexibility and adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The common foundation serves multiple functions: structural support, platform for mounting various modules, and integration hub for fluid connections. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate support structures and reduces overall area footprint.
3Adaptability or versatility
If individualized components are used in subsea fluid injection systems, then system scalability is possible, but fluid connections and communications become inefficient
Solution Approach 1:
The bridge module serves as an intermediary component that efficiently connects the master valve module and ILT module with standardized fluid connections. This intermediary structure provides optimized fluid pathways and communication interfaces, eliminating inefficient direct connections between distant individualized components.
4Productivity
If a common foundation is used to integrate modules, then installation and maintenance efficiency improve, but initial manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system is segmented into standardized modules that can be manufactured independently using modular design principles. This segmentation allows each module to be manufactured separately with standard procedures, reducing overall manufacturing complexity despite the integrated common foundation.
Solution Approach 2:
Standardized interface parameters and connection specifications are established for all modules mounting to the common foundation. By standardizing mounting holes, connection types, and interface dimensions, the manufacturing process becomes more systematic and less complex, enabling efficient assembly.
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AI summary
An integrated injection system of a subsea system may include a master valve module having at least one valve and an in-line-tee (ILT) module. The master valve module may directly fluidly couple to a wellhead of the subsea system, and the ILT module may directly fluidly couple the integrated injection system to a flowline of the subsea system via a t-connection. Additionally, the integrated injection system may include a bridge module that fluidly couples the master valve module and the ILT module and is removably mounted between the master valve module and the ILT module such that components of the bridge module are removeable as an assembly. Furthermore, a common foundation may support each of the master valve module, the ILT module, and the bridge module.