ABSTRACT
This paper presents an overview of the rigid riser system for the Snorre field TLP in the North Sea. The system and components are described to highlight the major design challenges and solutions that have been arrived at to meet the statutory regulations and design requirements.
Keywords:
riser string,
installation,
wellhead,
drilling riser,
connector,
riser,
riser joint,
assembly,
requirement,
flexjoint
Copyright 1991, Society of Petroleum Engineers
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