Abstract: The technology disclosed relates to creation and operation of a marketplace among trusted small and medium sized banks for participation in packages of loans. This technology can be applied to formation of other marketplaces in which trust matters and controlled dissemination of opportunity information, as in layers or rounds, proceeds manually. Aspects of the technology disclosed can be used by initiators and participants to package syndicated and funded loans once a marketplace is established, whether the market is established applying the technology disclosed or otherwise.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for preparing molybdenum and tungsten oxyhalide compounds which are useful in the deposition of molybdenum and tungsten containing films on various surfaces of microelectronic devices. In the process of the invention, a molybdenum or tungsten trioxide is heated in either a solid state medium or in a melt-phase reaction comprising a eutectic blend comprising alkaline and/or alkaline earth metal salts. The molybdenum or tungsten oxyhalides thus formed may be isolated as a vapor and crystallized to provide highly pure precursor compounds such as MoO2Cl2.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for preparing molybdenum and tungsten oxyhalide compounds which are useful in the deposition of molybdenum and tungsten containing films on various surfaces of microelectronic devices. In the process of the invention, a molybdenum or tungsten trioxide is heated in either a solid state medium or in a melt-phase reaction comprising a eutectic blend comprising alkaline and/or alkaline earth metal salts. The molybdenum or tungsten oxyhalides thus formed may be isolated as a vapor and crystallized to provide highly pure precursor compounds such as MoO2Cl2.

Abstract: A wash tool comprises a mandrel with a central annulus and one or more lateral bores and one or more ring-shaped rotary hubs positioned about the mandrel adjacent to the one or more lateral bores. The rotary hubs comprise lateral bores perpendicular to the lateral bores of the mandrel such that pressurized fluid introduced to the central annulus of the mandrel impacts the inner surface of the rotary hubs and forces them to rotate, delivering pressurized fluid to the inner surface of a wellbore or tubular. The wash tool is modular and can be attached to a top sub or bottom sub, and may be used with or without a wireline. When used with a wireline, the wireline is insulated from the wash fluid by means of a tie-back and multiple seals.

Abstract: A conversion kit creates a redundant hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical control functionality for low-torque, quarter-turn plug valves in remote production environments (i.e., rural or subsea pipelines). The conversion kit comprises at least one custom end cap fitted to the valve and comprising a socket receiving a rotator attachment. Each rotator attachment is in turn connected to a crossover which connects to a bracket remotely actuated via hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical control. The linear movement of the bracket and the attached crossover[s] is converted to rotational force which is transmitted through the rotator attachments to the at least one valve.

Abstract: A turbine vane assembly adapted for use in a gas turbine engine includes a plurality of turbine vanes, an outer vane support, and an inner vane support. The plurality of turbine vanes comprise ceramic matrix composite material and are adapted to interact with hot gases flowing through a gas path of the gas turbine engine during use of the turbine vane assembly. A spar system couples the inner vane support with the outer vane support.

Abstract: A turbine vane assembly adapted for use in a gas turbine engine includes a plurality of turbine vanes, an outer vane support, and an inner vane support. The plurality of turbine vanes comprise ceramic matrix composite material and are adapted to interact with hot gases flowing through a gas path of the gas turbine engine during use of the turbine vane assembly. A spar system couples the inner vane support with the outer vane support.

Abstract: A wash tool comprises a mandrel with a central annulus and one or more lateral bores and one or more ring-shaped rotary hubs positioned about the mandrel adjacent to the one or more lateral bores. The rotary hubs comprise lateral bores perpendicular to the lateral bores of the mandrel such that pressurized fluid introduced to the central annulus of the mandrel impacts the inner surface of the rotary hubs and forces them to rotate, delivering pressurized fluid to the inner surface of a wellbore or tubular. The wash tool is modular and can be attached to a top sub or bottom sub, and may be used with or without a wireline. When used with a wireline, the wireline is insulated from the wash fluid by means of a tie-back and multiple seals.

Abstract: A non-electric explosive device includes a primary body containing cutting material and including a primary charge positioned in the cutting material; an explosive body at a first axial end of the primary body and including explosive material; and a firing head at a second axial end of the primary body, the firing head including a firing pin secured at least partially inside the firing head via securing device, the firing pin comprising an activating end proximate the primary charge and a blunt end protruding from a distal end of the firing head. A force applied to the blunt end of the firing pin causes the firing pin to retract toward the primary charge and break the securing device so that the activating end of the retracting firing pin impacts the primary charge which ignites the explosive material that causes the cutting material in the primary body to travel radially outward.

Abstract: A conversion kit creates a redundant hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical control functionality for low-torque, quarter-turn plug valves in remote production environments (i.e., rural or subsea pipelines). The conversion kit comprises at least one custom end cap fitted to the valve and comprising a socket receiving a rotator attachment. Each rotator attachment is in turn connected to a crossover which connects to a bracket remotely actuated via hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical control. The linear movement of the bracket and the attached crossover[s] is converted to rotational force which is transmitted through the rotator attachments to the at least one valve.

Abstract: A subsea pump includes a liquid-gas inlet port for receiving liquid and gas into a first chamber, a plunger in a second chamber, a suction valve communicating the first chamber with a second chamber, a gas discharge conduit, a gas discharge valve communicating the first chamber with the gas discharge conduit, and a liquid discharge port for discharging liquid from the second chamber. The plunger retracts inwardly to create a vacuum in the second chamber that opens the suction valve and pulls liquid from the first chamber into the second chamber. The plunger extends outwardly against the suction to cause the suction valve to close and create a positive pressure that opens the gas discharge valve and forces the gas in the first chamber through the gas discharge valve into the gas discharge conduit. Liquid in the second chamber is discharged through the liquid discharge port via the positive pressure.

Abstract: A motion compensating system is usable on a vessel during well intervention operations through a riser. The system includes a first floor; a second floor; a plurality of hydraulic cylinders connecting the first floor to the second floor; a bearing retainer attachable to the second floor; a spherical bearing provided between the second floor and the bearing retainer, wherein the spherical bearing includes a central opening therethrough for the riser to allow angular movement of the riser relative to the first and second floors; an insert bearing sleeve at least partially located inside the central opening of the spherical bearing; and a slip bowl attachable to the insert bearing sleeve. Each of the first floor, the second floor, the bearing retainer, the insert bearing sleeve and the slip bowl have an opening therethrough for the riser, and each opening is aligned with the central opening of the spherical bearing.

Abstract: A subsea pump includes a liquid-gas inlet port for receiving liquid and gas into a first chamber, a plunger in a second chamber, a suction valve communicating the first chamber with a second chamber, a gas discharge conduit, a gas discharge valve communicating the first chamber with the gas discharge conduit, and a liquid discharge port for discharging liquid from the second chamber. The plunger retracts inwardly to create a vacuum in the second chamber that opens the suction valve and pulls liquid from the first chamber into the second chamber. The plunger extends outwardly against the suction to cause the suction valve to close and create a positive pressure that opens the gas discharge valve and forces the gas in the first chamber through the gas discharge valve into the gas discharge conduit. Liquid in the second chamber is discharged through the liquid discharge port via the positive pressure.

Abstract: A torquing tool for rotating bolts connecting a pipe flange in a subsea environment, comprising a first guide for guiding movement of the torquing along a pipe, a socket for engaging a first bolt, a shaft for transferring torque from a motor to the socket, and a first protruding member for insertion between the pipe and a second bolt of the pipe flange, to prevent the torquing tool from rotating due to counter torque created while applying torque to the first fastener. The torquing tool can further comprise a second protruding member adjacent the socket, wherein the second protruding member can be inserted between the pipe and a third bolt of the pipe flange. The torquing tool can further comprise an angled shaft for transferring torque from the motor to the socket, wherein an axis of rotation of the motor is different from an axis of rotation of the socket.

Abstract: A self-contained, portable firewall is provided having a rectangular configuration with a catwalk and a railing on the top side for accommodating a plurality of manned firefighting stations. The catwalk can comprise two openings, which can be covered by doors or hatches, that allow exit and entry of the manned firefighting stations through stairs located within the firewall structure. The stairs terminate at the floor and lead to a plurality of reinforced doors. Embodiments of the firewall comprise central doors having side doors flanking each central door, and each central door operatively associated with a status light. The manned firefighting stations are fed from at least one fluid input located at the bottom of the firewall structure, and the firewall structure further comprises a plurality of vents, fans and fume hoods.

Abstract: A skid-mounted chemical and hydrate remediation system including a subsea separator is described for use in the event of a hydrate plug with chemical injection. This system comprises a manifold which communicates between a subsea pipeline and a plurality of pumps located within a frame. This plurality of pumps comprises at least two pumps powered by ROV hydraulics which operate in series to extract fluid from the pipeline, and at least one chemical injection pump which communicates hydrate solvent through the manifold back into the pipeline. The system additionally comprises a coiled liquid/gas separator which separates the extracted fluid into liquid and gas components and returns them to the surface separately.

Abstract: A motion compensating system is usable on a vessel during well intervention operations through a riser. The system includes a first floor; a second floor; a plurality of hydraulic cylinders connecting the first floor to the second floor; a bearing retainer attachable to the second floor; a spherical bearing provided between the second floor and the bearing retainer, wherein the spherical bearing includes a central opening therethrough for the riser to allow angular movement of the riser relative to the first and second floors; an insert bearing sleeve at least partially located inside the central opening of the spherical bearing; and a slip bowl attachable to the insert bearing sleeve. Each of the first floor, the second floor, the bearing retainer, the insert bearing sleeve and the slip bowl have an opening therethrough for the riser, and each opening is aligned with the central opening of the spherical bearing.

Abstract: A motion compensating system and method for use on a vessel during well intervention operations through a riser. The system can comprise an upper floor having an opening therethrough, a lower base having an opening therethrough positioned below the upper floor, a first plurality of cylinders extending between the upper floor and lower base, and a riser tensioner. Each cylinder of the plurality of cylinders can be pivotally connected to the upper floor and lower base for moving the upper floor with respect to the lower base. The riser tensioner can have an upper portion, lower portion, and central cavity extending longitudinally through the upper and lower portions, wherein the upper portion can be adapted for connection with a riser or an intermediate tubular member that is connectable to the riser. The lower portion can be connected to the lower base within or about the opening of the lower base.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a pumping system operable at the surface (e.g., on a surface platform) to increase or restore hydrocarbon flow from a deep water or ultra deep water subsea environment to a surface production facility. The system comprises a primary conduit coupled to a Y-block splitting into two secondary conduits, one being open and free of obstruction, the other containing a progressive cavity pump coupled to a motor which acts as the prime mover for the pump system. The system may also comprise one or more valves between the primary conduit and the Y-block, one or more valves and between the secondary conduits and the Y-block. An emergency quick disconnect may also be used as part of the system between the Y-block and the secondary conduits.

Abstract: Fluid connector assembly and methods are usable to establish a sealed fluid connection. The connector assembly comprises a female union connector having an axial bore extending therethrough, internal threads, and an internal shoulder. The connector assembly also comprises two male connectors, each male connector having an axial bore extending therethrough and external threads. The connector assembly further comprises two ring-shaped seals adapted to form a fluid seal between the female union and the male connectors. The first seal contacts the first side of the internal shoulder and a front end of the first male connector to form a fluid seal therebetween. The second seal contacts the second side of the internal shoulder and a front end of the second male connector to form a second fluid seal therebetween.