Method for controlling fluid-loss and fracturing high permeability subterranean formations
US5558161A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 2, 1995 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 2, 2015 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/267
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method of fracturing high permeability formations is provided utilizing a first crosslinked gel fluid to initiate the fracture followed by a second gel which results in improved proppant transport and packing of the fracture.
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