Patent ID: 7985110
Filing Date: 2011-07-26
Classification: B63B

Abstract:
1. A connection system on a dynamically positioned floating unit for connecting and disconnecting the dynamically positioned floating unit to and from a buoy which is connected to a subsea installation, where the buoy comprises a first connection device for connecting pipes and/or lines for transfer of fluid, control signals and/or electric power between the buoy and the dynamically positioned floating unit; where the connection system for a dynamically positioned floating unit comprises: a support structure which is laterally movable relative to the dynamically positioned floating unit; a swivel stack arrangement movably mounted on the support structure, where the swivel stack arrangement comprises a second connection device for connecting to the first connection device on the buoy; shut-off devices for opening and closing at least one of the pipes and/or lines in the first and second connection device when connecting and disconnecting the buoy; and a turret bearing for controlled orientation of the buoy relative to the dynamically positioned floating unit.