A riser disconnect and support mechanism for flexible risers and
umbilicals on an offshore structure with low under keel clearance. A main
body portion includes an inverted and truncated conical or convex section
substantially at the center of the main body portion. The main body
portion and conical section receive risers therethrough by means of a
plurality of conduits through the main body portion and conical section.
A plurality of projections extend radially outward from the main body
portion. A plurality of arch-shaped riser supports are provided on each
projection to support risers and/or umbilical lines and control their
bending radii. The projections extend out from the main body portion at a
distance that allows the portions of the risers below the main body
portion to hang at an angle and bend radius in accordance with the design
tolerances of the risers to prevent buckling or damage due to excessive
bending while keeping the risers from contacting the sea floor.