Oil rig / BOP Animation

A blow out preventer (BOP) is a safety mechanism that is used in underwater oil drilling. In case of emergency, the BOP closes the pipe and prevents oil spill. The aim of this video was to introduce a new method, whereby the BOP is activated by releasing pressure that is stored within a compressed gas. Once released, the hydaulic fluid pushes the valves and closes the pipe.

The real challenge was to show the mechanism in action in an underwater environment.

Music:
Stereofloat – Milky Way (The Convoy Home) [Essentials – 2004]
/ stereofloat.bandcamp.com/album/essentials /