In situ thermal processing and remediation of an oil shale formation
US7004251B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2023 |
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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. Heat may be allowed to transfer from the heat sources to a selection of the formation. Hydrocarbons, H2, and/or other formation fluids may be produced from the formation. A recovery fluid may be provided to the formation to recover one or more components remaining in the portion.
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