Patent · US Expired

Flapper lock open apparatus

US6684958B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 15, 2002
Grant dateFeb 3, 2004
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Expiry dateApr 15, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B2200/05
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Various techniques for holding open an SSSV using expansion technology are disclosed. A sleeve is delivered to the SSSV and expanded mechanically or hydraulically to deposit the deformed sleeve in position over a flapper or against a flow tube holding the flapper in the open position.

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