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Well packer and method

US6481496B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 14, 2000
Grant dateNov 19, 2002
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Expiry dateJun 14, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B33/1294
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A releasable packer has a control line therethrough. A hydraulic release mechanism of the packer is controlled from the surface by application of flow and pressure. A modification of the packer and release mechanism using resettable collets and return springs allows multiple sets and releases of the packer.

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