Definition(s)
POD
Point of disconnect.
Source: API Specification 16Q, Design, Selection, Operation, and Maintenance of Marine Drilling Riser Systems, Second Edition, April 2017. Global Standards
PoD
Probability of detection.
Source: API Technical Report 17TR7, Verification and Validation of Subsea Connectors, First Edition, April 2017. Global Standards
Pod
The control system valve package.
Source: API RP 96, Deepwater Well Design and Construction, First Edition, March 2013. Global Standards
Pod
See control pod.
Source: API SPEC 16D, Specification for Control Systems for Drilling Well Control Equipment and Control Systems for Diverter Equipment, Upstream Segment, Second Edition, July 2004. Global Standards