Weight-optimized fluid-bearing pipe fittings enhancing fluid delivery system performance

An elbow fitting, comprising:

• an elbow body, the elbow body having an inlet, an outlet, and an internal flow path formed therein such that the inlet is in fluid communication with the outlet via the flow path, wherein the flow path subtends a predetermined turn angle between the inlet and the outlet;
• wherein the elbow body, the inlet and the outlet together form a unitary workpiece such that the unitary workpiece has a dead weight of about 595 lbs;
• wherein the inlet and the outlet each have an internal diameter of not less than about 7 inches, and in which the elbow body is further capable of retaining an internal pressure of at least about 10,000 psi.

An elbow fitting, comprising:

• an elbow body, the elbow body having an inlet, an outlet, and an internal flow path formed therein such that the inlet is in fluid communication with the outlet via the flow path, wherein the flow path subtends a predetermined turn angle between the inlet and the outlet;
• wherein the elbow body, the inlet and the outlet together form a unitary workpiece such that the unitary workpiece has a dead weight of about 568 lbs;
• wherein the inlet and the outlet each have an internal diameter of not less than about 7 inches, and in which the elbow body is further capable of retaining an internal pressure of at least about 10,000 psi.