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Differential actuating system for downhole tools

US5238070A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 19, 1992
Grant dateAug 24, 1993
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B34/06
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A differential pressure actuating system for downhole tools provides endless operation by the use of the differential pressure between two isolated zones of a well as a power source for the tool. That differential pressure is applied across a power transfer element to operate the downhole tool.

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