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Acoustic imaging agent

US11859489B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 6, 2022
Grant dateJan 2, 2024
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Expiry dateMar 20, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K8/80
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An imaging agent, a method of production of the imaging agent, and the use of the imaging agent for microseismic monitoring of subterranean formations such as those generated during hydraulic fracturing. The acoustic emitting agent is tailorable for emission delay to ensure placement and frequency emission profiles for well region differentiation. This monitoring tool is highly useful in gas, oil, and geothermal well defining and stimulation monitoring.

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