Fluid connector assembly with automatic flow shut-off and method usable for establishing a fluid connection
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Aug 15, 2017
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Nov 22, 2013
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Nov 19, 2013
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Abstract
Embodiments usable within the scope of the present disclosure relate generally to a connector apparatus and methods usable to securely and repeatedly connect a sub-sea fluid conduit to another fluid conduit or well equipment, such as a manifold, a wellhead, a BOP, or other associated items. The disclosed embodiments further relate to systems and methods usable to remotely disconnect the fluid conduit and automatically shut off fluid flow therethrough. The male connector includes a flow control valve adapted to open upon connection with a female connector and to close upon disconnection from the female connector. The female connector is adapted to actuate the flow control valve of the male connector to the open position. The male connector includes a biasing member that actuates the flow control valve of the male connector to the closed position.
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- 2013 Application Filing Year
- E21B Class
- 3688 Applications Filed
- 3292 Patents Issued To-Date
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- E21B Class
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