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Expandable hanger with compliant slip system

US7028780B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 10, 2003
Grant dateApr 18, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 6, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/106
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An apparatus for forming an expanded connection in a wellbore, whereby the apparatus includes a first tubular radially expandable outward into contact with an inner wall of a second tubular upon the application of an outwardly directed force supplied to an inner surface of the first tubular. The apparatus further includes a plurality of outwardly extending formations formed on an outer surface of the first tubular, the formations constructed and arranged to provide a frictional relationship between the first tubular and the second tubular while leaving a fluid path when the first tubular is expanded to engage the inner wall of the second tubular.

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