Multiple function dual core flooding apparatus and methods
US10444218B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 8, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B49/02
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A dual core flooding apparatus is disclosed. The dual core flooding apparatus includes at least two core holders each configured to contain a core plug. The dual core flooding apparatus includes a fluids delivery system configured to inject one or more fluids into the core holders and core plugs. The dual core flooding apparatus includes an image capture system, a density and viscosity measurement system, and at least two oil/water separators. The dual core flooding apparatus also includes at least two back pressure regulators configured to maintain a pore pressure in the core plugs and an automated confining pressure system configured to maintain a confining pressure in each core holder. The dual core flooding apparatus further includes a data acquisition system, differential pressure measurement systems, and effluent measurement systems.
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