In situ thermal processing and inhibiting migration of fluids into or out of an in situ oil shale formation
US7032660B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2024 |
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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. Fluid migration into and/or out of a treatment area in the formation may be inhibited. In some embodiments, a barrier may be used to inhibit migration of fluids into and/or out of the treatment area. Heat may be provided to the treatment area and subsequently, hydrocarbons, H2, and/or other formation fluids may be produced from the formation.
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