Truss semi-submersible offshore floating structure

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APP PUB NO 20070166109A1
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11332707

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A semi-submersible structure. The hull includes four columns that are supported by two pontoons. The columns support the topsides and the topsides structural framing serves as horizontal framing between the columns. A truss frame is attached to the columns. The truss frame preferably includes heave plates. The truss frame extends downward below the pontoons a sufficient distance in the water such that it minimizes motions caused by environmental forces. The hull section and the truss space frame are constructed separately and assembled together at the offshore site where the structure is used for drilling and/or production.

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J RAY MCDERMOTT S A915 N ELDRIDGE PKWY HOUSTON TX 77079

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Ding, Yun Sugar Land, TX 16 27
Soester, William Lawrence Sugar Land, TX 3 9

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