Patents by Inventor Ian Whitby

Ian Whitby has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Vessel turret systems
    Patent number: 6176193
    Abstract: A turret system is installed on an existing vessel such as an oil tanker. A portion of the existing structure, such as the center splice, is removed to leave an opening. A support structure is attached within the opening. The support structure includes a turret support structure. The turret structure is assembled within the turret support structure. Fluid piping is installed between the turret structure and the pipework of the vessel, including a manifold structure and a fluid swivel. The turret assembly is cladded for environmental protection. In one arrangement, the turret system is within the profile of the original vessel. In another arrangement, the turret system is external to the profile of the original vessel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2001
    Assignee: J. Ray McDermott S.A.
    Inventors: Ian Whitby, Mehmet Ismet Basaran, Philip Raymond Hawley