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Packer deflate subassembly for an inflatable packer system

US4345653A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 15, 1980
Grant dateAug 24, 1982
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Expiry dateFeb 15, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B34/12
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An emergency deflation tool intended for use in an inflatable packer system. The mechanism comprises a cylindrical axially extending member adapted to be fixed against axial movement, another hollow cylindrical member surrounding a portion of the length of said member with a vent through the wall thereof, an inflation fluid passageway, and an expendable tension sleeve joining the two members.

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