Hydraulic and earth engineering – Foundation – Columnar structure
Reexamination Certificate
2007-11-20
2007-11-20
Mayo, Tara L. (Department: 3671)
Hydraulic and earth engineering
Foundation
Columnar structure
C173S001000, C173S049000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11175972
ABSTRACT:
The present invention is a method for removing an obsolete drill platform that includes a body having a plurality of caissons embedded in a ground of an ocean or inland sea. The method includes the steps of vibrating at least one of the caissons, and lifting the at least one caisson from the ground while it is still being vibrated. The present invention is further directed to a method for installing a caisson on a floor of an ocean or inland. The method includes the steps of placing an end of the caisson on the floor, vibrating the caisson and forcing a portion of the caisson into the floor.
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Mayo Tara L.
The Webb Law Firm
Under Pressure Systems, Inc.
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