Underwater self-aligning fairlead latch device for mooring a str

Details Underwater self-aligning fairlead latch device for mooring a str Underwater self-aligning fairlead latch device for mooring a str

1997-03-14

1998-12-08

Matecki, Katherine

Implements or apparatus for applying pushing or pulling force

Device or member for contacting and guiding moving cable

114293, 188 651, 254391, 254415, B66D 310, B63B 2110

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ABSTRACT:
An underwater self-aligning fairlead latch device is provided for guiding and securing an anchor chain between an offshore structure and an anchor. The fairlead device includes a latch housing pivotally mounted to a fairlead housing. The latch housing includes one or more latches for securing the anchor chain in place. The fairlead housing includes a bending shoe which guides the anchor chain from its orientation within the bending shoe up the platform column to the deck. The fairlead housing is pivotally mounted to the offshore structure.

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