In situ thermal processing of an oil shale formation using horizontal heat sources
US6951247B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/30
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An oil shale formation may be treated using an in situ thermal process. Heat may be provided to a portion of the formation from one or more heat sources having a horizontal orientation in the formation. Heat may be allowed to transfer from the heat sources to a section of the formation. Hydrocarbons, H2, and/or other formation fluids may be produced from the formation.
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