ROV Hot Stabs and Receptacles - alternative fabrication methods and modularity

ROV Hot Stabs and Receptacles are primarily used subsea to power hydraulic tools, transfer fluid, perform chemical injection and/or function as a subsea pressure barrier/debris barrier. These components are small but critical parts of most subsea oil and gas projects. There are many designs and types available which complicates logistics, consumes time and subsequently increases cost. The main goal for the "forprosjekt" is to investigate and assess alternative state of the art manufacturing processes such as HIP (Hot Isostatic Pressing), 3D printing and Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) as viable alternatives to the more traditional Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) machining process. Relevant companies will be approached to find a partner for cooperation in the main project. If the partners are involved early in the process, then the design proposals (3D models or drawings) will be presented and reviewed and relevant changes implemented. The target for the early work is also to prepare a concept modular stacking design for both Stabs & Receptacles which will allow various configurations to be created by the stacking and cross-connection of standardized ?building bricks? (modules). Result of the early work will be 3D models of both stabs and receptacles and drawings prepared for review.