Expandable connection for use with a swelling elastomer
US6840325B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 26, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 11, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 10, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L13/168
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention generally relates to an apparatus for use in a wellbore. In one aspect, the apparatus includes a first tubular having a connection portion at the end thereof and a second tubular having a mating connection portion at an end thereof. The connection portion and mating connection portion are constructed and arranged to form a connection between the tubulars. The apparatus further includes a swelling elastomer disposable between the connection portion and the mating connection portion, the swelling elastomer expandable upon contact with an activating agent. In another aspect, the invention provides a method for utilizing an expandable connection in a wellbore.
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