what is meant by wishbone joint in offshore jacket platforms?

Question

i am doing my thesis on jacket launching.. i came across this wen doin modelling... pls explain me abt wishbone joint and forward any sketches/dwgs if u hav on wishbone joint..

thanks in advance

rajith
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Answer 1

A wishbone joint is usually found in the suspension of a vehicle.
How this applies to an offshore jacket platform is beyond my knowledge.
But maybe when you see this explanation http://www.sandsmuseum.com/cars/elise/thecar/suspension/index.html it will ring a bell for you.....