on the news today I learned that the oil platform that exploded in the gulf of mexico has sunk , previous to its sinking it was spewing out oil that appeared to be under pressure.
there is a concern that 8,000 barrels of oil is leaking out under the ocean each day , but this is not yet apparant as there is probably a large bubble of oil forming under the ocean.
as crude oil at the cooler temperatures and higher water pressures becomes like a thick tar that forms bubbles , large bubbles before they begin to rise.
it would be nice if they have a valving system that can be used to cut the flow of oil , and I dont know if they do or they dont , but the crude oil is buoyant and lighter than water so it will eventualy rise to the surface.
a simple electric pumped hydraulic pipe pinching system
located on the bottom would work.
