Abstract: A fluid coupling assembly is usable to connect two pipes together, while allowing a limited amount of relative pivotal movement therebetween. The assembly includes three primary components: an inner ring, an outer ring which receives and seats a portion of the inner ring therein, and an outer collar member, which fastens the inner ring to the outer ring. Portions of the described components cooperate to form a modified ball and socket connection, in order to permit such limited pivotal movement. The assembly also includes a number of sealing members for ensuring a fluid seal between the inner and outer rings. The axes of two solid joined pipes form an angle while maintaining a fluid seal at the juncture between the two pipes. A method of joining two pipes includes using the fluid coupling assembly. The coupling assembly withstands vibrations without causing leak of a pressurized fluid flowing therethrough.

Abstract: A fluid coupling assembly is usable to connect two pipes together, while allowing a limited amount of relative pivotal movement therebetween. The assembly includes three primary components: an inner ring, an outer ring which receives and seats a portion of the inner ring therein, and an outer collar member, which fastens the inner ring to the outer ring. Portions of the described components cooperate to form a modified ball and socket connection, in order to permit such limited pivotal movement. The assembly also includes a number of sealing members for ensuring a fluid seal between the inner and outer rings. The axes of two solid joined pipes form an angle while maintaining a fluid seal at the juncture between the two pipes. A method of joining two pipes using the fluid coupling assembly is also described. The coupling assembly withstands vibrations without causing leak of a pressurized fluid flowing therethrough.