Wells – Submerged well – Means removably connected to permanent well structure
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-20
2007-03-20
Will, Thomas B. (Department: 3671)
Wells
Submerged well
Means removably connected to permanent well structure
C166S350000, C166S352000, C166S367000, C166S368000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11185217
ABSTRACT:
A motion compensator is used on a floating vessel servicing a subsea well. The motion compensator includes a first frame assembly adapted to be connected to a cable extending from a lifting structure. When connected to the cable, the first frame assembly extends longitudinally along an axis substantially parallel with that of the cable. The motion compensator also includes a second frame assembly connected to the first frame assembly. The second frame assembly overlaps a longitudinal portion of the first frame assembly. The first and second frame assemblies are moveable relative to each other and define an expanded position and a contracted position. The motion compensator further includes a piston assembly positioned between the first and second frame assemblies. The piston assembly has a piston chamber and a piston that slidingly engages the piston chamber when the first and second rod assemblies move relative to each other.
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Bracewell & Giuliani LLP
Buchanan Christopher
Will Thomas B.
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