Loss circulation material composition having alkaline nanoparticle based dispersion and water soluble hydrolysable ester
US10759986B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 17, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC09K2208/10
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A lost circulation material (LCM) is provided having an alkaline nanosilica dispersion and an ester activator. The alkaline nanosilica dispersion and the ester activator may form a gelled solid after interaction over a contact period. Methods of lost circulation control using the LCM are also provided.
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