THREADED MULTIPLE COUPLER SYSTEM

DISPOSITIF DE RACCORD MULTIPLE FILETE

English Abstract

The invention described herein relates to industrial processes which are
dependent
upon conveyance of materials, including but not limited to liquids, solids,
gases and mixtures
thereof, and also transmission of electricity and/or communications signals.

Claims

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EMBODIMENTS IN WHICH AN EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY OR PRIVILEGE IS CLAIMED
ARE DEFINED AS FOLLOWS:
1. A scalable system comprised of two separate devices, where these two
devices connect
together using a threaded system. These two devices act as a delivery system
for the purpose
of connecting a cluster of opposing, complimentary connections designed to
mate together.
These two devices act as a platform where these connections can be mounted.
2. The cluster of connections can be exclusively or a combination of the
following types:
.cndot. The conveyance of hydraulic fluid
.cndot. The conveyance of fluid products
.cndot. The conveyance of electricity
.cndot. The delivery of digital or analog signals for the purpose of
communicating information
.cndot. The conveyance of solid substances
.cndot. The conveyance of solid and liquid mixtures
3. The delivery, holding together in service and the dis-engagement of
these multiple
connection types are the primary purpose of the system. Additional connections
and features
not mentioned are either secondary or meant to support the integrity of the
primary purpose
of the system.

Description

CA 02821354 2013-07-12
Description of how your invention addresses a technical problem:
This invention overcomes the problems with existing solutions in terms of
providing
reduced space-utilization, reduced physical-force required to operate, greater
integrity of
connections, and improved safety and simplicity of operation.
Detailed description of your invention:
A product designed to connect, hold together, or disconnect a cluster of
multiple
connections.
The product is comprised of 2 components that act as platforms where any
desired
type, combination and quantity of connections can be mounted.
The first component carries a cluster of connections that are mirrored by and
matched
up to an equal cluster on the second component.
The two components perform the functions of coming together, staying together
in
service, and breaking apart using force provided by a threaded mechanical
system thereby
providing these same functions to the connections they carry.
The product can deliver any combination and quantity of connections intended
for the
transfer of gases, the transfer of fluids, the transfer of solids, the
transfer of electricity, the
transfer of digital or analog communications signals, or the transfer of any
combination of the
above.
One example of intended use:
On an active oil drilling platform, the invention would facilitate the safe
and secure
connection of numerous hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic supply lines to a
control panel
within a confined space.