A platform assembly (10) for providing a work area around a well riser (16) is disclosed. The platform assembly (10) comprises a platform (26) configured to be attached to the well riser (16). The platform assembly (10) further comprises a plurality of wires (30) and hydraulic cylinders (34) for supporting the platform (26) relative to a vessel (14) and for supporting the riser (16). At least one wire (30) or cylinder (34) is configured to change in length relative to another wire (30) or cylinder (34) responsive to relative motion of the riser (16) and the vessel (14).
Platform assembly
2019-08-21
Patent
Electronic Resource
English