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Catcher for dropped objects

US11634972B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 12, 2021
Grant dateApr 25, 2023
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2041

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B33/146
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A catcher for use in a wellbore includes a housing and an insert disposed within the housing. A method of using the catcher includes disintegrating at least a portion of the insert while the insert is held rotationally stationary with respect to the housing by a taper connection between the insert and the housing.

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