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Downhole mobility module for logging and intervention of extended reach wells

US10927610B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 31, 2018
Grant dateFeb 23, 2021
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L2101/30
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A robotic device and mobility module for navigating through a passageway whose diameter may vary comprises a central support member, a first casing coupled to the elongate support member via a first expandable and collapsible linkage, the first casing having an external surface including a first movable track, and a second casing coupled to an opposite side of the elongate support member from the first casing, the second casing coupled to the elongate support member via a second expandable and collapsible linkage and including an external surface including a second movable track.

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