Method and Apparatus for Mitigating Environmental Impact Due to Fluid Leaks
AssigneeSatellite Systems & Solutions, Inc.
InventorRobert Short
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Abstract
Embodiments of the inventive technology may provide a leaked fluid detection and response system in one aspect, and in another aspect, an environmental enclosure for at least a component of such leaked fluid detection system. Various embodiments of the leaked fluid detection and response system may provide wireless communication of detected leaks and a PLC that automates response and provides information regarding the presence of a leak. Enclosures may, in various embodiments, comprehensively surround enclosed components, thermally insulate enclosed components, include a leaked fluid capture basin, be aerodynamically streamlined, and/or be vermin-tight.
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An above-ground, well fluid leak detection and response apparatus comprising:
- at least one well fluid leak detector established to generate information regarding the presence of a leak of a well fluid from a well fluid conduit;
- a communication system configured to convey said information;
- a programmable logic controller configured to act according to said information;
- a response system coordinated with said programmable logic controller to automatically act in the event of detection of said well fluid leak;
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- at least one power supply that powers said at least one well fluid leak detector, said communication system, said programmable logic controller and said response system.
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An environmental enclosure for a well fluid conduit comprising:
- a structural enclosure adapted to surround said well fluid conduit;
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- at least one opening through said at least one structural enclosure, said at least one opening sized to accommodate a well fluid entrance conduit portion of said well fluid conduit and a well fluid exit conduit portion of said well fluid conduit;
- a leaked fluid capture basin established as a lower part of said at least one structural enclosure,
- wherein well fluid enters said environmental enclosure through said well fluid entrance conduit portion and exits said environmental enclosure through said well fluid exit conduit portion.
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An environmental enclosure for a well fluid conduit comprising:
- a structural enclosure adapted to surround said well fluid conduit;
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- a vermin impenetrable floor of said structural enclosure,
- wherein well fluid enters said environmental enclosure through said well fluid entrance conduit portion and exits said environmental enclosure through said well fluid exit conduit portion.
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