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System and method for driving pipe

US6575240B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2000
Grant dateJun 10, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/305
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An apparatus and method for forming a wellbore casing. A mandrel is used to position a tubular member within a wellbore. The mandrel is then driven into the bottom of the wellbore. The tubular member is then radially expanded by the mandrel.

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