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Well configuration for coinjection

US11668176B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 22, 2021
Grant dateJun 6, 2023
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Expiry dateSep 22, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/168
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A well configuration for co-injection processes, wherein a horizontal producer well at the bottom of the pay is combined with injection or injection and producer wells that are vertical and above the lower horizontal production well. This well arrangement minimizes “blanket” effects by non-condensable gases.

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