Patents Assigned to Exxon Production Rsearch Co.
  • Clamping mechanism for connecting members in end-to-end relation
    Patent number: 4402533
    Abstract: A clamping mechanism for connecting members in end-to-end relation having a rotatable, actuating ring to radially move loading devices into engagement with one of the members. The translation of rotational movement to radial movement is accomplished by cam mechanisms. The loading devices may be toggle links of a toggle assembly which are supported by one of the members to be connected. Rotation of the actuating ring advances the locking device into engagement which in turn connects and preloads the members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 1981
    Date of Patent: September 6, 1983
    Assignee: Exxon Production Rsearch Co.
    Inventor: John E. Ortloff