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Structural expandable materials

US11566171B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 20, 2020
Grant dateJan 31, 2023
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Expiry dateSep 10, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/10
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A composite particle that incorporates a material and is designed to undergo a reaction and/or mechanical or chemical change with the environment to increase in volume. The composite particle can be combined with a constraining matrix to create an expandable particle upon reaction. These particles can be used in stimulating wells, including oil and gas reservoirs.

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