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Sand consolidation with flexible gel system

US6450260B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 7, 2000
Grant dateSep 17, 2002
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Expiry dateNov 30, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S507/903
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Herein is described a method of consolidating a subterranean formation or repairing a gravel pack, comprising (i) providing a consolidating fluid, wherein the consolidating fluid comprises a gel component and a gel-forming agent; and (ii) injecting the consolidating fluid into the formation or gravel pack, under conditions wherein the gel component forms a flexible gel, thereby consolidating the formation.

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