Flow control tool, method and system
US12428936B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 27, 2024 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 27, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/045
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A flow control tool includes a housing, a mandrel in the housing, the mandrel supporting a plurality flow control units (FCU), and a seal between the housing and the mandrel. A method for managing flow includes shifting a mandrel having a plurality of Flow Control Units (FCU) into a position that causes an FCU of the plurality of FCUs to be in an operational position, and then shifting a different FCU of the plurality of FCUs into an operational position. A gravel pack assembly includes the flow control tool. A method for gravel packing includes operating a gravel pack assembly in an open mode, operating the gravel pack assembly in a check mode, and operating the gravel pack assembly in a closed mode. A borehole system includes a borehole in a subsurface formation, a string in the borehole, and a tool, disposed within or as a part of the string.
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