Methods and associated apparatus for downhole data retrieval, monitoring and tool actuation
US6359569B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 20, 2000 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B47/12
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system of downhole communication and control is provided in methods and associated apparatus for data retrieval, monitoring and tool actuation. In a described embodiment, an item of equipment installed in a tubular string has a first communication device associated therewith. A tool conveyed into the tubular string has a second communication device therein. Communication is established between the first and second devices. Such communication may be utilized to control operation of the tool, retrieve status information regarding the item of equipment, supply power to the first device and/or identify the item of equipment to the tool.
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