Copper covered vortex-induced vibration suppression devices

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9803431
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14918403

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A vortex-induced vibration (VIV) suppression apparatus including a body having a wall dimensioned to at least partly envelope a tubular member in an interior area of the body; at least one extension member extending from the body; and an anti-fouling member mechanically coupled to at least one of the body or the extension member. A method of manufacturing a vortex-induced vibration (VIV) suppression device including providing a VIV suppression device having a body dimensioned to at least partly envelope a tubular member in an interior area of the body and at least one extension member extending from the body. The method further including attaching an anti-fouling sheet to the VIV suppression device.

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VIV SOLUTIONS LLC4323 LAKE KEMP COURT RICHMOND TX 77406

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Allen, Donald Wayne Richmond, US 71 725
Dehne, Julie Ann Cypress, US 21 106
Gape, John Wayne Cypress, US 1 4

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