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Buoyancy assist tool with annular cavity and piston

US11142994B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 19, 2020
Grant dateOct 12, 2021
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B33/134
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A downhole apparatus comprises a casing string with a removable plug therein to block flow therethrough. A flow barrier is positioned in the casing below the removable plug and the removable plug and the flow barrier defining a buoyancy chamber therebetween. A debris barrier positioned above the removable plug comprises a rigid annular ring with a flexible diaphragm covering the center opening defined by the annular ring.

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