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Traction control for downhole tractor

US7143843B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 5, 2004
Grant dateDec 5, 2006
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Expiry dateAug 6, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B23/001
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Apparatus, system and methods useful for controlling the traction of a downhole tractor in a borehole include the capability of repeatedly adjusting the normal force applied to at least one component that causes movement of the tractor in the borehole.

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