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Systems for surface decommissioning of wells

US11692406B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2019
Grant dateJul 4, 2023
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Expiry dateMar 30, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66C23/36
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

There are provided high power laser systems for performing decommissioning of structures in land based boreholes, and wells, offshore, and other remote and hazardous locations, and using those system to perform decommissioning operations. In particular embodiments the laser system is a Class I system and reduces emission of materials created during laser cutting operations. The laser systems can include lifting and removal equipment for removing laser sectioned material.

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