Static annular sealing systems and integrated managed pressure drilling riser joints for harsh environments
AssigneeAmeriforge Group Inc.
InventorsAustin Johnson, Justin Fraczek
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AssigneeAmeriforge Group Inc.
InventorsAustin Johnson, Justin Fraczek
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A harsh environment integrated MPD riser joint includes a dynamic annular sealing system, a static annular sealing system disposed directly below the dynamic annular sealing system, and a flow spool, or equivalent thereof, disposed directly below the static annular sealing system. The dynamic annular sealing system may be a conventional ACD-type, RCD-type, or other conventional annular sealing system. The static annular sealing system may include one or more annular packer systems and one or more connection sealing elements that engage drill pipe during connection or non-rotation operations only. The dynamic annular sealing system may maintain annular pressure during drilling operations while the static annular sealing system is disengaged. The static annular sealing system may maintain annular pressure during connection operations while the dynamic annular sealing system is disengaged. Advantageously, the static annular sealing system is capable of withstanding jarring heaving action encountered in harsh environments.
A harsh environment integrated MPD riser joint comprising:
A harsh environment integrated MPD riser joint comprising:
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