Houma, Louisiana Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Spoked Solutions LLC has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its innovative riser system. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11905783, titled ‘Riser system’, utilizes a customizable control housing and external seal control subs to enhance drilling safety and efficiency.
This riser system is designed to eliminate the consequences associated with damage to the annular system while maintaining the availability of critical safety systems. It comprises a riser adapter with an inner surface defining an interior space and a stop shoulder, along with a ram that moves between retracted and extended positions. The system facilitates reciprocation and rotation of a drillpipe or workstring, eliminating damage to the upper annular blowout preventer and allowing it to function as intended.
The design includes a polished bore receptacle deployed into the riser adapter, with specific features to secure it in place. Additionally, the system incorporates seal system subs on a string, arranged to isolate an annular space in the wellbore operation. Optional components like boost and choke lines with respective valves are included to control pressure within the wellbore.
Based in Houma, Louisiana, Spoked Solutions LLC specializes in engineering, technology, and manufacturing solutions for the oil and gas industry. Their latest patent exemplifies the company’s commitment to developing practical solutions that enhance operational efficiency and safety in drilling operations.