Dril-Quip has patented a system for aligning tubing hanger and subsea assembly connections in wellheads. The system uses an orientation spool adaptor with sensors and an orientation helix for accurate alignment. Real-time data on location and installation speed is provided to the surface. GlobalData’s report on Dril-Quip gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Dril-Quip, Underwater drilling platforms was a key innovation area identified from patents. Dril-Quip's grant share as of January 2024 was 64%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Subsea tubing hanger alignment system with orientation spool adaptor
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11834918B2) discloses a system for aligning connections between a tubing hanger and a subsea assembly. The system includes an orientation spool adapter with position sensors, an orientation helix, an orientation key on a tubing hanger running tool, and a controller. The position sensors detect rotational orientation and speed of the tubing hanger during rotation, ensuring accurate alignment of the connections within a wellhead or horizontal tree. The controller provides real-time feedback of the sensor signals, enhancing operational efficiency.
Furthermore, the patent details a method for aligning tubing hanger connections by lowering the tubing hanger, coupling it to the orientation helix via the orientation key, and rotating it until the connections are oriented correctly. Information about the tubing hanger, including its orientation and speed during rotation, is obtained using the position sensors. The method also involves calibrating the sensors before lowering the tubing hanger and ensuring correct makeup of components like flowline lines or jumpers. By utilizing multiple position sensors and real-time feedback, the system and method offer a precise and efficient solution for aligning tubing hanger connections in subsea environments, ultimately improving operational reliability and safety.
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