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Subterranean heaters

US5065818A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 7, 1991
Grant dateNov 19, 1991
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B36/04
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electrical resistance subterranean heater is provided which is cemented directly in a well borehole without a casing in the borehole within the zone to be heated. The absence of the casing results in an economical installation.

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