Enhanced artificial lift for oil and gas wells
US12270285B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 22, 2023 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/123
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Embodiments are directed towards a lift system for extracting a fluid from a well. The system may include a production tube and at least one bladder located inside a pump barrel which is connected to the production tube. The bladder may include a top connector configured to receive a concentric tubing. The lift system may further include a compression system connected to the concentric tubing. The compression system may be configured to provide a compressed gas through the concentric tubing to the at least one bladder.
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