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System and technique to improve a well stimulation process

US6758271B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 15, 2002
Grant dateJul 6, 2004
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Expiry dateSep 18, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B49/00
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A technique that is usable with a subterranean well includes introducing a fluid into the well in connection with a fluid efficiency test. The technique also includes measuring a temperature versus depth distribution along a section of the well in response to the introduction of the fluid.

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