Acapo Onsagers AS

There is provided a method of manufacturing a power cable, the power cable comprising at least a cable core and a lead-free metallic water barrier (202) surrounding the cable core. The method comprises heating at least a first portion of the lead-free metallic water barrier (202); surrounding the first portion of the lead-free metallic water barrier (202) with a heat-activatable adhesive layer (212); and surrounding at least a portion of the adhesive layer (212) with a reinforcement layer (216). The adhesive layer (212) adheres to the water barrier (202) and to the reinforcement layer (216).

There is provided a cable handling system for deploying a cable bundle from a cable-laying vessel. The cable bundle comprises a first layer and a second layer on top of the first layer. The first layer comprises a first cable and a second cable adjacent to the first cable. The second layer comprises a third cable. The cable handling system comprises an over-boarding guide assembly comprising a curved surface for bending the cable bundle as the cable bundle is deployed overboard. The cable handling system comprises a bundle support structure provided on or adjacent to the over-boarding guide assembly. The cable handling system comprises a first side support and a second side support arranged such that the first layer of the cable bundle is receivable therebetween as the cable bundle is bent. The first and second side supports are arranged to substantially constrain lateral movement of the first cable with respect to the second cable as the cable bundle passes therethrough.

The present invention relates to wet design high voltage (HV) power cables comprising a cable core, which cable core comprises an electrical conductor being surrounded by an inner semiconductive layer, an insulation layer and optionally an outer semiconductive layer in that order. Further, the present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a wet design HV power cable. Moreover, the present invention relates to the use of the wet design HV power cable.

The present invention relates to a process for preparing a joint between two electric high voltage power cables. Further, the present invention relates to a flexible vulcanized joint between two power cables as well as to a joined power cable.

A system for inspection of an insulation system of a cable, wherein the cable comprises an electric conductor and an insulation system surrounding the electric conductor, the system comprises a cable stripping device configured to radially slice the cable insulation system to produce a helically formed strip of insulation, and an optical inspection device configured to receive the helically formed strip of insulation and inspect it to detect any anomalies present in the helically formed strip of insulation.

The present invention relates to a Stabilized Quadruple-Mode Vessel designed for versatile marine operations, offering seamless transitions between surface, foiling, submerged, and retracted modes. The vessel comprises a lightweight hull with integrated scoop elements for thrust redirection, fully submerged hydrofoils narrower than half the vessel width, and a stabilization system utilizing sensors and servos for dynamic control. The foil assemblies pivot aft to reduce draft, enabling efficient operation in shallow waters and enhanced docking compatibility. Key features include air and water vents for buoyancy control, release mechanisms for collision protection, and precise yaw control via adjustable foil configurations. The invention provides a robust, adaptable, and efficient solution for high-speed surface travel, covert underwater missions, and shallow water navigation, addressing the limitations of conventional hydrofoil systems with advanced mechanical and control innovations

The present invention relates to a stabilized triple-mode vessel capable of operating on, above, and below the water surface. The vessel employs a novel configuration of U-, T- or L-shaped hydrofoils to optimize lift and minimize hydrodynamic drag. It is equipped with a stabilization system employing sensors such as an inertial measurement unit IMU (gyroscopes, accelerometers, compass), height sensors, and depth sensor for real-time dynamic adjustments. The vessel transitions seamlessly between three operational modes: surface-level, foiling, and submerged, through active control of hydrofoil angles and buoyancy regulation via air and water vents. The foiling mode serves as a high-speed state, minimizing hull-water contact and enhancing efficiency. Key features include advanced stabilization, simplified buoyancy control, and efficient propulsion, enabling the vessel to perform subsurface operations, reconnaissance, and high-speed transit with superior adaptability and performance.

A power cable (10) comprises at least one cable core (11) comprising an electrical conductor (20) having two or more conductor elements (12) and an insulating system (19, 15, 16) radially surrounding the electrical conductor (20), where the insulating system comprises an inner semiconductive layer, insulation layer and outer semiconductive layer. The electrical conductor (20) comprises a plurality of transversally arranged watertight barriers (21) arranged intermittently along the longitudinal direction of the power cable (10) wherein the plurality of watertight barriers (21) have a diameter (D) and a length (L), where the diameter of the watertight barriers essentially corresponds to the diameter (d) of the conductor, and wherein the outer surface of the plurality of watertight barriers (21) is watertight linked to an extension layer extending a distance along the length of the electrical conductor. A method for manufacturing a power cable with water barrier, comprising the steps of: a) providing an electrical conductor (20) having two or more conductor elements (12), b) providing a plurality of watertight barriers arranged intermittently along the longitudinal direction of the electrical conductor, wherein the plurality of watertight barriers have a diameter and a length, where the diameter of the watertight barriers essentially corresponds to the diameter of the electrical conductor, c) link the outer surface of the plurality of watertight barriers (21) watertight to an extension layer so that the extension layer extends a distance along the length of the electrical conductor, and d) providing an insulating system (13, 15, 16) radially surrounding the electrical conductor (20), where the insulating system comprises an inner semiconductive layer, insulation layer and outer semiconductive layer.

A valve assembly for integration within a wellbore string is provided. The valve assembly has a valve housing with a housing port, a bottom sleeve mounted and slidable within the valve housing between closed and open positions, and a top sleeve mounted within the valve housing and defining an annular region therebetween. The top sleeve has a sleeve port and is slidable within the valve housing between a first position where the top sleeve engages the valve housing and defines an annular chamber within the annular region, and a production position where the sleeve port is in fluid communication with the housing port to define a fluid pathway along which fluids flow from the reservoir through the annular chamber. While in the first position, the annular chamber has an inlet allowing fluid to flow into and pressurize the annular chamber to prevent particulates from flowing into the annular region.

The present invention provides marine lysophosphatidylcholine compositions for use in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and functional foods, as well as methods for making marine lysophosphatidylcholine compositions.