Pressure activated completion tools, burst plugs, and methods of use
US10125574B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 1, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B2200/05
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A set of pressure activated tools that could be used in a well bore to allow for hydraulic fracturing completions are provided. Methods, apparatuses and assemblies are described herein for perforating (also known as hydraulically fracturing or stimulating) subterranean formations. In some embodiments, an insert is provided having a body for sealing engagement with a port in a tubular member. The insert body can include a fold-over ledge and a membrane having a first mode wherein the membrane prevents fluid passage through the body and a second mode wherein the membrane partially disengages from the body upon treatment fluid reaching a threshold pressure and folds over the fold-over ledge in a bottle-cap opening manner to contribute to the fracture of the formation by the pressurized treatment fluid exiting the port.
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