Apparatus and method for milling openings in an uncemented blank pipe
US11859472B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 2, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 17, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B49/0875
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
This disclosure relates to an inflow control system having an apparatus configured to form or plug openings in a blank pipe. The apparatus includes a housing and a milling sub-system. The housing has a cylindrical wall with an outer surface. The milling sub-system is mounted to a first side of the wall and is configured to mill an opening in the blank pipe. The milling sub-system includes a bit configured to form an opening in the blank pipe and at least one brace attached to a second side of the wall opposite the first side of the wall. The at least one brace is configured to extend radially from the second side of the wall to press the bit to the inner surface of the blank pipe.
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