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Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyolefin proppants

US10870792B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 25, 2016
Grant dateDec 22, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B21/003
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to the use of ultra-high-molecular-weight polyolefin particles as proppants for treating subterranean formations, as well as to compositions comprising said particles and to fracturing methods employing said particles.

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